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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Will Mrs NJ 'tthews, of sanibel Island. Fla.
please send small box OF seashels to Miss Louise
w. Birdsall. Bedford Station N. Y, and postage
Will be RENTED Miss Birdsall writes. MY sister.
Miss Louise Is an invalid, but we have to keep up
and work"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

b-a,d The sleeves are OF golden brown velvet.
4 inv vnko and choker are made OF tucked white
eatin and tho sleeves are opened at the wrist 20
show little white ruiies. TINS c0nhih hid r~
fayyn and golden brown is extremely 'chlc. IN
deed golden brown Is the accepted trimming no"
for all graylsh shades.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Miss Sarah A. Brdsall. Of Bedford Station. N.
Y. sends thanks to Miss Hathoran for booklets
received also TO Mra. Curtis for her kind letters
ma ga zines.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

a. Lawkowski has sent copies Of st Nicholas"
to be given TO members desiring them. In return
she would like stamps sent to Postoffce Box 3s7,
Hampstead, y. \.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Can any Sunshine member send the poem. W nu'
Ia In Thine Hand?" to Miss Eleanor brouie ~.
ter No 1916 E.eventh-st., Washington ~ o.,
Chester writes that she has sent l'"sl9@ t Tenn
Brlar Bush" to Miss Fondleu. WI pages TO the
ahn also gent a package OF Womans f"se' ~ VIZ
Office
e,,r,o,. . "sbut-,n" whose address Is No. 1901
Iox,ngton.ave.. New-York city. asks II any one
can send him the price OF book ca!'e" ,I'aa -,
phabet" by william Nicholson ana tnT n,,mrchased
bookstore where the volume may ~
Bertha Ellsons pleasant little letter ana poe"
about the rat have been sent TO niue H az Avn"
Matthews Sanlbel Island. Lee county, r"'
"a little bit OF sunshine" sent by Miss Mary
has hcen 'passed on" TO Mrs X. ID. Johnson,
HIghtstown ~ j. II miss Mary" VIII will, se mo i tu.l
name and address T. s. 5. badge Will oo i''
warded 10 her
Elizabeth A. schultz.-Your poem and the one
sent you by the "shut-n" have been passed on
TO Mrs r ID. Johnston. OF Hghtsto"n' ~ D. WHO
Is making a Sunshine scrapbook.
Mrs W. f. ID. writes that she is dressing doll
for the Little Mothers" She has been sendihs
magazines 10 Miss Ellen NJ. Kimball and her In
valid and aged mother. They live an Isolated ire
in the country, mile from the nearest village. ana
they have no immediate neighbors MISS ISL hn n,nn
has been a "shut-ln" twenty-one years. iIon SpiHa
trouble Her mother was eighty-one years , oiu On
Thanksgiving Day. Their address Is East Hebron
n II.
The poem, Stand In Thy Lot" which appeared
in the Sunshine column few days ago was writ
ten by Mrs Hannah w. Brown. OF No 337 Belle
yie-ave.. Newark N. J. She has just sent per
feet CODY of the verses to the President General,
and II n Sunshine member wants II IL VIII be Tor
warded 1t will be filed until called for.
The President General hears that Mrs. Sarah A
Kenney has been distributing sunshine TO some
OF the T. s. s. members. Mrs. Yale has received
from her q beautiful picture scrapbook. and Mrs.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28
~ RIBu1EZ |
JUn}hnEqc:jE:YI
GOOD CHEER.

GOOD CHEER.
Have you had n Kindness -ho"nF
Pass II On.
Twas not given Tor thee alone
Pass n on.
Let n travel down the years.
Let IL wipe nn0ther's tears
TIL In heaven the deed nppeaTo-
Pass II on.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28


Beyond the land beyond the sea-
There shall be rest for thee and me-
For thee and me and those We love!
heard a promise gently fall;
heard far-off shepherd gently call,
Promising rest to each and all!
Sent by NJ. II. b.
NJ T. cowen, Of No. 1874 West Nlnety-thrd-st:
Please send your magazines to NJ. J. Meeker. Of
Hackensack, n. j.
E. r. Horton sends some beautiful selections one
OF which is published below, and the others are
passed on.
Let nothing make thee sad or fretful.
Or too regretful;
What God hath ordered must be right;
Then find In 1T thine own delight
why shouldst thou fiji to-day with
About to-mOrro% Nv heart?
One watches all with care most true;
Doubt not that lie vii! give thee too,
Only be steadfast never waver.
Nor seek earth's favor,
But rest:
Thou knowest what God wills must be
For all His creatures, so for thee,
paul Fleming
f. NJ NJ sends a beautiful letter suggesting that
autumn leaves be prepared on cards and sent out
as Christmas greetings to inyalids.
A box OF comfort rolls came from F. G. Jack
son. OF East Jefferson, Me. new member Of the
society. He makes the dainty little comfort rolls
TO be taken before each meal This box was for
died. They reached her several days before she
died.
Annie s. Leeds is thanked for the address OF
coin dealer which she sent 10 the President Gen
eral for Miss &. T.. Brown.
Florence j. Suydam. OF No. 10 Mount Pleasant
ave. Newark N j., writes that she will be glad
TO receive samples OF the birchbark make into
Christmas gifts also will welcome silk pieces. She
is n musician and wishes to thank the members
who have seat her music. She would IKE comic
songs club song books. In return for her Sun
shine received she is dressing doll for Christmas
and has expressed box OF books TO different MEM
he
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Miss Suydam sent package containing numbers
OF "Ieslies Weekly" and several miscellaneous
books TO the T. :. $. for distribution
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

sweet pepper olive cream and chopped parsley
Stow the ingredients together ana pour tho whoIe
over the egg and toast.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Bertha Elsons pleasant little letter ana poe'
about the rat have been sent 20 nttv ia
Matthew'S Sanlbel Island. Lee County, fIh'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

closed In her letter has been forwarded 10 the
Der who asked for the Information on coins
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

ft]OW ENS.
b Su@ diamond ornament each side Of the
vn nst and are carried the shoulders TO end
unoer the sash behind -
Accordion-pleated mousseline de sole seems as
popular as ever. A cream colorcd afternoon
s soWn IN this pretty fabric has both the skirt and
Ss"eee peated. the latter having a full blouse
;n me bodice closes on one side with double pleat-
rs, rs wnIcn les over the two pleatngs ornamentng
e Tops OF Inc sleeves. An embroidery OF colored
sa ana bright silk is used TO make the choker
s sna one shoulder piece. and. passing down the
h hame al the side falls from the wastband TO tho
hhs sns OF inc skirt. The embroidery also makes
naI belt behind and bands at the wrists from
when lace ruffes escape the hands.
SPOKE last week OF the clever manner In which
= couturlere had utilized lace shawl, transform
nS II Into an elaborate evening wrap with trim.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

F. NJ NJ sends a beautiful letter suggesting that
autumn leaves be prepared on cards and sent out
as Christmas greetings to inyalids
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Annie s. Leeds is thanked for the address OF
coin dealer which she sent 10 the President Gen
eral for Miss &. T.. Brown.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

"A little bit OF sunshine" sent by MISS malS
has been passed on" to Mrs K u. 'oh,iso',
HIghtstown ~ j. II miss Mary VIII Will, se h t to.i
maine and address a T. S. s. badge VIII NC loi
warded 10 her.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Beyond the land, beyond the sea,
There shall be rest for thee and me,
For thee and me and those we love!
heard a promise gently fall;
heard far-off shepherd gently call,
The weary and the broken-hearted,
Promising rest TO each and ALI
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28
lo@S5S-------@o
Hs7lEApT7Lr,.l:lAlN71.
(, 'EyO,LlDOIgl.

name would be forgotten but for once fashionable
perfume and dainty English confecon OF pastry
which still commemorate II.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Euzabetb A schultz-Your poem and the one
sent YOU by the "shut-n" have been passed on
TO Mrs r ID. Johnston OF Hightstown n j. WHO
Is making a Sunshine scrapbook
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28
The absolutely pure baking powder.
THE DAYS GOSSIP.

ROYAL BAKING POWDER co., NETWORK.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

The President General hears that Mrs. Sarah A.
Kenney has been distributing sunshine TO some
OF the 7. s. s. members. Mrs. Yale has received
from her q beautiful picture scrapbook. and Mrs..
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

NJ T. cowen Of No 1874 West Ninety third-st.
Please send your magazines TO NJ. j. Meeker. Of
I Hackensack, N. J.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

The New-York Association for Improving the Con-
dition OF the Poor Of which Mrs NJ Fullerton Is SUI
perlntenden Of relief sells bath tickets OF admission
10 the Peoples Baths. az No. Centre Market
place between Broome and Grand SITS. These may
he bought By persons wishing TO distribute them
sngly TO deserving poor. Since the opening OF tho
house in 1881 502.6,5 persons have used the baths
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-11-28

Mrs w. b. Duggan, Of Philadelphia. is the hrst
woman policeman on record. and is held in high
esteem by every member OF the Department of
Public Safety In that city. Mrs. Duggan donned
the official garb because she thought II would aid
her in the rescue work In which she is engaged
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05

IS. 40, and soc. Frames. all on front
counter I'm channels. leather, White
metal. ribbon, wire, &C., choice oil
any &c. - a
65, Is, and SIC. Photo-Frames for 10, IL,
and 25c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
DEATH OF A CENTENARIAN.
Mrs. Mary A. Kerr, of Petersburg
A WeII-Spent Life.

PETERSBURG, VA, February A.
Especial Mrs. Mary A. Kerr, relict of
Rev. John Kerr. for many years
prominent minister of the Methodist
Church. died in this city to-day, at the
advanced age of 100 years and nearly
months.
Mrs. Kerr was born on the Sth Of
December. 1896, at Wakefield" in Din
widdie county, about four miles from
Petersburg. and was the daughter OF
William w. and Mary Wills. Her first
husband was Mr.. Benjamin Boisseau, an
honored citizen and successful farmer OF
Chesterfield.
OF this union two children are living
Mr. F. II. Boisseau, of Chesterfield
county, and Mrs Emma w. Chase, a
widow lady. of this place. Her second
husband was Rev. John Kerr, as above
stated. who many years ago passed to
the reward of a well-spent life. Oh TINS
union there was no issue. Mr.. Kerr
was the father of Mrs. John z. Branch,
who recently died abroad.
on the Sth of last December Mrs.
Kerr who had been living with her
granddaughter, Mrs. c. G. Lane, on
South street, for years, celebrated the
Tooth anniversary of her birth, and the
occasion brought to her presence many
friends. whose warm congratulations
caused her much pleasure. While her
physical and mental condition was good,
Mrs Kerr had lately been confined most
of the time to her bed, by reason OF her
axtr
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
EMPLOYMENT WANTS.
WANTED.

WANTED,
FEW ACTIVE. ENERGETIC MEN
to sell patent right territory Tor an az
ticle of real merit Liberal commission
Address WILLIAM II. TYLER. Manasass
Va, Lock-Box 4. re o-zt'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
WILLIAMSBURG MATTERS.
VIII of the Late Captain oscar
Bouxe-Wtse-Young Contest.

VIII of the Late Captain Oscar
House-Wise-Young Contest.
WILLIAMSBURG, VA. February A.
Especially widow of Captain oscar
House, who accidentally killed himself
Sunday morning at his home. In James
City, was here to-day, accompanied py
her son-in-law. Mr.. Swanson, and filed
with the Clerk OF the County Court neI
husbands will. She will ask, through
counsel. on Monday 'court-day)' tna'
the paper be admitted to probate. III Is
the intention of Mrs. House 10 sen ou'
and return with her children. to her
former home, In Michigan.
Captain Cochran and Major Patrick
Wright, Of Warwick county, were mere
Yesterday, TO consult Lawyer ROBERT L.
Armistead with regard TO certain I'M
portant matter in which they are largely
interested.
Major McLees, who has been registrar
in town for many years, was on the WIZ
ness-stand to-day for several hours, III
the Wise Young contest. One hundred
and thrty-eight witnesses have been ex-
amined so far. About thirty-hve more
are yet to be examined.
Captain Henry II. Smith. treasurer OF
the college, has nearly recovered from
mis- recent attack of grip, and was able
TO be at his office yesterday, In the col
lege building. -,
Mrs. Gregory Spencer is alarmingly Ill
with pneumonia at her home, on Francis
street Mrs. Kate Lamb. from Toano.
her sister, came down yesterday to be
with her.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
A LADY FATALLY BURNED.
Horrible Accident to Mrs. Henry
Jennings at Edtnburg.

WOODSTOCK, VA, February A.
Especial Mrs. Jennings. widow of Mr..
Henry Jennings, living at Edinburg'
this county. was horribly and fatally
burned yesterday. 1t seems that the
aged lady often sat on the plate OF the
cooking-stove to warm her back. Yes
terday she was alone in the kitchen,
and a neighbor hearing her cries, went
to her assistance. and found her clothes
afire. The neighbor called for assist
ance and the fire was extinguished as
soon as possible, but too late to save
Mrs. Jennings's life, as she was burned
almost to a crisp from her waist to her
feet. She was burned about o'clock in
the afternoon, and died after suffering
terrible agony at o'clock last night.
Plans and specifications have been
given out for the establishment of an
electric-light-p plant here Several compa-
MES have had representatives, looking
the territory over. and ii is thought the
plant will shortly be erected.
Owing TO the melting snow. the Shen-
andoah river is said to be rising.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
A LARGE LAND SALE.
The Catherine Furnace Tract In
SpOtsyIvanfa.

FREDERICKSBURG, VA, February
4-(Special.)- THE largest land-sale that
has ever been made in this section for
years was closed yesterday. Mr.. Solo
mon Carr, of Washington, ID. c., having
bought of w. A. Little. Esq, agent for
the owners. the Catherine Furnace tract,
in Spotsylvania county. From the iron
mines on this property which were
owned by the Wexford family. cannon
balls were made during the Revolution
airy war, and during the late civil war
the farm was historic ground. Portions
of IL are Immediately on the mineral
belt, and extensive prospecting. with
favorable results. has been done for
gold and the baser metals. Mr. Carr
contemplates dividing his purchase into
small holdings.
Professor ;. w. Somervlle. of the
Presbyterian College, left for Richmond
on the evening train.
Mrs. Susan Rose died at her home
near Roseville. in Stafford county, this
morning; aged 60 years. She leaves two
children.
School Building No. 3, in Chancellor
District. this county, had narrow es-
cape from total destruction a few days
ago. The school was in session at the
time, and there was great excitement
among the scholars. The loss was small,
and fully insured
Il. c. Morton and Cyrus Cree, of
Staunton, are here for few days.
Rev. T. r. Sampson, temporary chair
man of the Mary Washington Hospital
has called general meeting of the or
garization, tomorrow evening, at 4
o'clock.
A number of tramps took possession
of a freight-car i'm the yards of the Rich
mond. Fredericksburg and Potomac rail-
road last night. After comparing notes
the hobos got into a fight among them
selves. A dozen or more pistol-shots
were heard. Two OF the party were
struck and slightly hurt by the wild
shooting. When the police forced an
entrance into the car no pistols could
be found. The crowd were before the
Mayor this morning, and were escorted
from the city by the police.
Mayor White and Councilman Cole We're
out to-day, looking as If they had gotten
the worst Of it in their tussle with the
grip.
Captain l.. b. Eddins. who died In
Richmond to-day, has several children
and other relatives living in this city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05

way. filed an assignment here yesterday.
with estimated assets at n,70o, ana WIN
liabilities amounting to about S,w"' III
three separate classes.
Judge s. c. Graham and daughter are
back after a months stay In Florida
Several members of the Tazewen Coai
and Iron Company are In town to-day.
among the number, Captain Barger' OF
the Norfolk and Western.
Mr.. John s. Bottimorc has purchased the
interest in the clothing store Of Harmon
e. Baylor. belonging TO Mr.. Baylor, ana
The Arm Is now doing business under tne
name OF Harmon & Baltimore.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
FROM NEWPORT NEWS
MARRIAGE OF MISS CARTER AND
MIR. APPLICABLE.
THE CRUISER WILMINGTON.
She Made Another Builders Trial
Trip and Worked Smoothis-Nu-
mereus Police Cases-Interest In
baseball Matters-New Players.

NEWPORT NEWS. VA. February A.
fspecial)-T marriage Of Miss Annie
II. Carter to Mr. w. II. Applegate was
solemnized last night at the residence
of Rev. c. c. Cox. the pastor of the Bap-
fist church of this city, in the presence
of a few friends. The groom is clerk
In the auditors department Of the Chesa-
peake and Ohio railway. and the bride
is a daughter of Mr.. Fred. J. Carter, and
is only 16 years old.
The gunboat Wilmington. which was
built at the ship-yard here. made another
builders trial-trip yesterday. Her ma
chinery worked smoothly, and she is
now ready for her official trial. which
Will be made in ten days.
POLICE MATTERS.
So far. this has been a splendid week
in police circles, and the Police Justice
has imposed fines on forty different per-
sons since Monday, besides continuing a
number OF cases. on account of the alb
sence Of material witnesses. The police
authorities say that never in the history
of the city has the number of petit Of
fences UttH 50 1dl6t. III Oic Nly go
was paid over in fines. and those who
could not meet their assessments were
committed to jail. There Will be an
other large docket when court convenes
tomorrow morning. Among the cases
disposed of was that Of the State and
city VS. Tim. Mcintyre. charged with
selling liquor without license. He was
fined 500 and costs for violating the
State law. and SIS and costs for violating
the city ordinance.
BASEBALL CIRCLES.
Interest in baseball circles is mani
Testing itself in many ways, and already
the cranks are organizing team. Among
the players will be Frank Behne, who
will play third base. Behne is well
known to the fans throughout the State
having played in the State League. Billy
Magee. of Portsmouth's old league team,
will also be a member of the local club.
Miss Genevieve Kelly has returned,
after pleasant visit TO Richmond.
Mr.. L. Eugene White, OF Brooklln. who
IS the guest of Mayor w. A. Post, is
confined 10 his room by severe attack
OF grip.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
A Word to Dispatch Subscribers.

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of our subscribers to the offer. which
the Dispatch is still holding out to them.
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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05

In execution OF a deed OF trust dated
July 9, 1894. and duly recorded In tho
Clerks Office OF HenricO County Court.
I'm Deadlock 1i6 3D." page ia there
having been default I'm the payment OF a
portion of the debt secured. and az t1s
request OF the beneficiary. | will sell by
public auction, I'm front of the Henrico
county courthouse. on
TUESDAY. FEBRUARY Q, 1897.
at u o'clock NJ. the LAND above referred
10, and which is particularly described Ia
said deed OF trust
There is in all likelihood. a speculation
in this land. as 1t is SO near the city ana
on good road.
TERMS: Cash sufficient 10 defray the
expenses Of executing the trust all taxes
to dav of sale. and to discharge the sum
OF 1896. with interest thereon from july
u. 1885, and protest fee; and the residue
upon such terms as the grantor. his per-
sonal representatives, or assigns. shall pre-
scribe and direct; or. in default OF such
direction then in equal credits OF six and
twelve months. for notes. with interest
added, and secured by a deed OF trust.
N. w. BONE.
fe Trustee.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
sighted Their Board Bill.

Detectives Tomiinson and Officer
Charles Hughes arrested two men In
Richmond yesterday morning on the
charge of jumping board-bill in Nor
folk Their names are Il. Jacobs and {.
Lesser, and one Of them is pedler OF
soap and the other a cleaner of hats.
The authorities in Norfolk wrote here to
the police authorities and asked them to
look out for the men. They will be held
until the Norfolk authorities are heard
from.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
DEATH OF CONSTABLE BURR.
Prominent Citizen of DanviIIe,
and WeII-Kn Own I'm This City.

DANvILLE. VA. February 4.-spe-
cial)-Austin T. Burr. City Constable,
and a prominent citizen. died early this
morning, after an illness of several days,
OF pneumonia. Mr.. Burr was born In
Richmond, in 1855. and removed 10 Dan
vile twenty years ago. Ten years ago
ne was elected High Constable. and has
held the position ever since. He was a
Mason, Odd-Fellow. Pythian, and Elk.
and prominent in all OF his orders. He Is
survived by his widow and two children.
The remains will be buried at O'Clock
Tomorrow. from the Church of the
Epiphany, Of which ne was a vestryman
The City Council met this AFTERNOON and
passed resolutions OF respect a.id condo
lence.
The funeral Of Mr., John III. Cosby
took place from the Main-street Metho-
Ddist Episcopal church at $3.50 this after
noon, Rev. DIR. Sledd and Rev. b. r.
Lipscomb. OF this city. and Rev. DIR.
Harding. OF Farmville. officiating. The
Tobacco Association attended as body.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-02-05
Deatb Of Mr.. IL. II. Davis.

PAMPLIN CITY, VA, February
4-(Special Mr.. II. r. Davis, who
lived on farm adjoining this
place, died to-day. in the Goth
year of his age. Mr.. Davis was an
excellent citizen. a kind husband and
father, and conscientious in the dis
charge of every duty.
Mr.. w. d. Thornton, who has been con-
fined TO his house for some time. is get
ting about again