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SKETCH FROM A STORY OF FRIEND
SHIP.
The War and its Results-A Oolored Man 8
Fidelity-Raos Papers OolOred
the Scene
MANo UNo.

[WM. A. FRRGusoN, Manchester, Va. ]
While seated in q railw ay passenger
car, l heard two veterans discuss the
famous subject, Lees Surrender
Commencing thus: Mr.. A with
countenance beaming forth amid a
look of fond recollection. addressed
his opposite (Dr. B. saying: The
last time that | were along here we
were fighting for the simple cause of
freeing the Negroes"
Mr.. b. laughingly exclaimed, "Old
man, 1 would not tell it. Soldier Can
this be true that
But Mr.. A hal ing his opposite began
relating a story of shat calm historical
event that was drawn up alike sJme
tragedy between the armies of Lee al d
Grant when suddenly,
1.-The curtain drawn. the CHASTITY scene
is past,
One word remains, the happitst and
the last,
'Tis but~a simple word that brings
great joy,
Unlike true pleasure tinged with
some alloy,
But who could paint this scene at
set of sun,
A proud hurrah All, then this victO-
ry Won'
Continuing Mr.. A. said, ST tell you
we stood in danger of shot and shell ;
but we gave it TO them devils"
But my man." said Mr.. B., Lee
would not have surrendered, but his
troops retreated and he was compelled
10 surrender. Well, we'll
Mr.. A We will not talk of the dead
but the living and before we depart
will tell you the story Of Negro be-
longing to General Lee, upon whose
mind the great General had instilled
that Freedom would do the Negro nc
good whatever for he would have tC
work the same as ever for his OWL
food. SO this poor Negro believed him
true and fought against Freedom"
YES" continued Mr.. A, there
were many Negroes fighting in places
Of their masters, whose nerves were
too weak TO stand and fight their enc
mics face TO face, and think they
were fools, but this Negro of which
you epeak was d fool (Silenc'
lreigned supreme.)
"3ut at last" said Mr.. B., "tha
is Negro dead and has gone to tina
fair shore, whose bosom is lined will
jewels. His 81 irit mingles with tina
OF his sainted maSIer, it 10 hop, d, IN th
upper and glorious realms where tn
angels and archangels. the redeeme'
and the ransomed, this innu merabl
host which no man can number vii
through the ages of eternity shout hal
lelujAh to the lamb that was slain
while the remaining loved ones will
hasten TO join them in that celt st a
elysium and commInRle in the voice
of the holy anthems, while the swee
memory of his deed and his dear Mars
Bob will be embalmed in the hearts o
the coming generations.
Now Mr., A. having been an enem,
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REV BROW NE SUED.
Mr. Gerst Wishes Ten Thousand D ollars

Suit for ($lO,OOO) ten thousand dol
lars has been instituted against Rev.
w. w. Browne, Grand Worthy Msste r
of the Grand Fountain, United Order
of True Reformers. This action has
was at one time Chief OF the Real Es-
tate Department.
1t seems that at the last Grand
Fountain in September, 1896, Mr.. Gerst
was charged with a discrepancy of
about ($4O) forty dollars, which he
proved was not chargeable to any err
ror on his part.
In this contention ne was sustaine
by the committee of the Grand Foun-
tain appointed to investigate the mat
ter
Despite all this Rev. Browne insisted
that he was blamable and inferred
and conveyed the impression to the
brotherhood that he was defaulted tc
that amount.
A most stormy scene occurred at the
time and Mr.. Gerst was almost sus-
tain'd d by the Grand Fountain, being
overruled by a very close vote. Subse
quent investigation proved that Mr.
Gerst was right and that he was noi
short the amount alleged.
htN DrONue reluseO MIN lne exon
Grafton he asked, but on the contrary
the Grand Worthy Secretary did no
give him the vipdication he asked il
the minutes of the order, but publish
d as Mr.. Gerst alleges a statement o
the committee, which said committee
| never made.
For months, Mr.. Gerst has be el
working on the matter, and finally Sc
cured the services of Messrs Charlie
Meredith, now City Attorney, Wynd
nam r Meredith and Hill Carter.
Rev. Browne has retained Messrs /
o. Wendenburg, Giles b. Jackson an,
another attorney.
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Baptist Young Peoples Union

Meeting of the Baptist Young Pee
ples' Union OF the Fifth Street Baptist
Church was held on last Tuesday
night, April 9, 1897. The following
program was we'll rendered. Song,
"Sin no more :" scripture reading,
John 20:1-l6; prayer by Brother V. l..
Hawkins; subject for discussion,
Carried by the Angels" Psalms l24 +;
The subject was opened by Brother
Browne 1t was a beautiful subject
and all the members heartily joined in
and discussed it Song, "Tnere shall
be showers of blessings ;" prayer for
the success Of the revival by brother
Smith song, II will pass over you -
closing remarks by Rev. w. f. Ora
ham song. Jesus Gomez" collec-
tion benediction by the pastor.
Tuesday night the meetings will be
discontinued on account of the revival
All members and friends are request
ed to come out and pray for the con-
version of souls
Miss ANNIE B. HAsKINs, Pres;
Miss LUCY WALKER. Sec'y.
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BIG 2.

The Rising Mount Zion Sunday
School was we'll attended on last Sum
day, it being the day for speeches and
pray ers. The following persons mad e
speeches: Messrs Isaiah Randolph,
r L. Holmes, l.. Morris, J. @ Harris.
Elizabeth Burkley, William Spain aud
L. Smith offered fervent prayer for
the prosperity of the school. Mr.. 4.
w. Williams took a part by reading
the scripture lesson. Miss d. ii
Writings recitation was very good.
Solos by Misses Nora Branic and Tos-
sic Whiting were very blending.
Rev. Daniel James being absent, the
pulpit was filled'at - m by Rev. J. L.
Smith; at 3 80 m by a stud ent at s
p m by Rev. w. Williams, of Rich
mond Theological Seminary. Rev
Williams preached a missionary SER
mon to the sewing circle sisters OF Mt
Calvary and Rising Mount Zion Bap-
tist Churches.
Secretary Gresham made a very en-.
ccuraging report for the first quarter
which indicates that there will be Z
good Sunday school this year
The assistant superintendent, Geo
r. Manning is sick at his residence OF
Fulton street.
oico " n ehd h1hOOipu lb SICK IcSl
dence Centre street
Mount alvary Baptist Church wa
largely attended last Sunday. At ]:
IN meeting of expression; at 4p n
Rev. Ferguson, assisted by Rev X C
CORDS administered the Lords Suppe
to his congregation at s p m Rev. p
Q CORDS preached good sermon.
Next Sunday Rev. james will ad
minister the Lords Supper to his con
gregation. All are invited
In conversation with the pastor o
the Mount Calvary Baptist Church
asked him what success had he sine
he opened his church for revival meet
ings2
My friend, TO be frank with you an
my God. 1 don't know what will b
the result but just now, see no res
signs OF revival.
Reverend, / heard that you had
good many mourners.
| Only 20. We are having good meet
ings, but no revival.
Reverend, how is your companion?
| can't say she is any better He
condition remains the same-that linC
ering condition.
Maggie r. Taylor left for her hom
via Virginia Bay Line last Tuesday q
Mrs. Mary Randolph is very sick 9
her residence on Centre street, unde
the treatment of DR.. r. +. Tancil.
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SPRING SIGNS.

How beautiful the myriad signs,
That tell US spring has comel
The cav of crows among the pines,
And bees with drowsV hum,
And tn silent creep of blooming wires.
Round elm, oak and gum
In mellow tones the blue bird sings,
Upon yon blooming spray;
While loudl from the woodland rings
The leverock's morning lay;
In every nook some howetet springs,
To glad the wanderers way.
All night the hermit whippoorwill
Sings OF bleak winters wane;
While through the forest dark and still
Resounds his midnight strain,
And bids the listening farmer till
And TEEN his land with grain.
o nature, thou, whose mandate high
Bade winters gloom remove,
And filled again the earth and sky
With songs of JOY and love,
That life is worth the living thy
Sw eet signs Of Spring time prove
BY EDwIN L. JONES
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Honors His Brother.

Mr.. Morris Page Tyler gave a sump-
tuous dinner at his pala tial city resi-
dence on Friday evening in honor of
hir brother, MIR. George Washington
Tyler who has jusu returned to the
CITY after an extensive tour of three
gears After several hours of social
converse and happy greetings the
guests repaired to the spacious dining
room which was artIstically decorate d
with ferns and palms, where delicate
menu was served, including all the
delicacies of the season.
among the most prominent CUES
present were Prof. John Henry Mabrey
Professor James Williams Berkley
Mr.. George Turner, Mr.. John Stanley
Graves, one of the foremost members
of the Lincoln club and many other
distinguished guests who declared the
oc casion one of the most delightful in
Richmond social season.
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Rev. Holmes Remembered,

Rev. James q. Holmes was the reci-
pient of most agreeable surprise.
lie he's been iudisposed for many
months, and party of ladies called
upon him at his residence, 1000 N.
Fourth Street, March II, 1897 and left
all kinds of presents. His store-house
was filled and the beaming smiles and
good wishes served to cheer him dur
ing his sffiiction.
1t was led by Mrs. Margaret Scott,
Mrs. Nancy West, Mr.. James West,
Mrs Mary Jane Smith, Rev. John Fl
Fantleroy and seven of the deacons of
the First Baptist Church and num-
ber of sisters
A great many more deacons would
have attended had the notice reached
them in time. Rev. Holmes and
daughters returned thanks and have
been happy ever since.
Another surprise was led on him by
a number of sisters from church hill
March both, and the Elder was again
made happy. We regret that we did
not secure their names.
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Complimentary.

am very glad to inform the public
that Beaver Dam has what she has
long wanted a good public school
teacher, one who has taken great inter
est in the public school an l in trying
to enlighten the race; and also has
done ali in his power in the Sunday
school work, 1t affords me great
pleasure to say that these five and a
b alf months have been the best 1 ever
witnessed. The school closing on
April 1st, 8 O'Clock were very nice and
enjoyed by every one. The program
consisted of dialogues, declamatiens,
and tableaus. On Friday April and
the children were given a feast by the
parents and teacher, G. Kemp, and we
the parents and friends hope the Lord
may bless him and if in His wise provi-
dence permit him to return to US next
session.
NJ. V. BERKELEY,
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A Brilliant Wedding.

The marriage of Mr.. Isaac II Rober-
son OF Stone Cliff, w Va to Miss e
Wines, of Richmond. Va took place
Monday night. March 29th at O'Clock
at the Mount View Baptist Church of
Stone Cliff, West Va, Rev. w. A.
Smith officiating
The bride wore handsome suit of
navy blue-eloth trimmed with Persian
silk and pastramentals. fhe groom
wore the conventional suit OF black
With Prince Albert coat.
The bride entered in very graceful
style leaning on the arm of the greOm
The BRIDE is the daughter of the well
known ". w. Wines of. Richmond ard
also one of our most popular young
ladies'. The groom is very promis
ing young business man of Stone Cliff
Mr.. and Mrs. RObersOn's future home
will be in Stone Cliff West Va.
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MAGNO'S MESSAGE.
Sunday in Our Churches
A WONDERFUL PYTHIAN SERMON
Death-rOll Yet Large-Rsviyal Meetings
in Progress-DOings Of the Peoulein
the Ward.

Last Sunday was very dreary. 1t
being the first Sunday in April we had
many sad hearts among the fair sex.
Says one, If the old folks maxim is
true, it will rain Easter" Notwith-
stan ling the inclement weatherour
churches were excellsntly attended.
At the 9th Mount Zion Church. Rev.
Powell of the 9th Church filled that
pulpit, and preached wide-awake
sermon to that congregation The
chorus is Come again brother Pow
ell"
Rev. Johnson preached to his people
last Sunday on the "Stony Ground ,"
be hkentd that parable unto those
who make a great deal OF confession
and prosper greatly when time go
we'll i; but falter when the test comes.
At about o'clock on last Sunday
evening. all the departments of the
Knights OF Py thias Of North America.
South America, Europe, ASIA and Afri-
Ca, assembled at the Fifth Street Bap-
tist to listen to a sermon preached by
its pastor. After prayer by Sir Knight
Brice, Rev Graham took as the theme
of his discourse Woman" 1t was
wonderful sermon. The Courts of Ca
lanthe largely attended. After servi-
ces the Uniform Ranks and subordi-
nate lodge paraded through the Wand,
where they always receive a welcome
cheer.
Our death-roll during the past week
has been large, and many a friend has
fallen by the wayside.
When a man dies those who survive
him, inquire as to what he leaves: the
angel searches his message sent Le-
fCre. The former was the experience
not long since.
We are glad to state that revival
meetings are going on in most Of our
churches, and many a lukewarm chris
tisn is returning home
Miss Ida Eggleston, who had a suc-
cessful term, teaching in Chesterfield
County, Va, has returned home look
| ing we'll
We are requested to state that the
| Athenisns are asked to attend their
meeting Sunday at sos st Paul Street.
Business of Importance to be transact
ed.
Some of our girls are in the habit OF
parading the streets late at nights by
themselves. GirIs, don't do that, il
ou can't get fellow 60 With your
brother
Dem two preachers are seenh carry
ing dem Jugs very often. but den we
spose tits communion wine.
| Don't you know she cowhided that
lgirl for going with her husband Yes
it is sad, but true.
We learned that a certain young la.
dy has partially lost her mind. The
doctors pronounced her to be poison
ed.
1t is a demonstrated fact that some
of our couples marry before they T, al
ize their love, thus their lives are mis-
erably spent.
There are some people who rathe
lie than eat he company of sucl
people should be avoided.
We learn that the two battalion
will carry the 1st Bsttalion Band T.
New York on the 9th. Is it so?
Il Some of our girls have decided no
TO look on the cup when it is red ;bu
now shut their eyes and drink the con
tents.
L
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to Mr.. b arose and shook hands low
Ingly and said, "Let US be friends"
Aud Mr.. B with look of deep impres
sion said, now truly hope that race
prejudice. which reigns in nearly eve
ry veterans heart. will soon die away,
especially that against the Negro; and
that / may see them both on equal
platforms shaking hands, declaring
friendship.
At this crisis ss the train whistled
on the signsl is heard, the coRd uc tor
came through slammine the doors call
ing out the station, and black Ne
gro held my peass, but as one Of the
m n was about TO leave. I arose from
my seat ami handed him two papers.
one the Richmond Planet. the other
the Virginia Baptist. He, friendly
man, banded me back one OF the pa
p-rs, still clinging TO the Richmond
Planet. thanking me kindly.
told him that it would present to
view the success and progress of the
Negro race behind their fearless lead
er, ohm Mitchell, Jr.
Mr b. bade us goodbye shaking
hands with Mr. A. and then mine say
ing 1 hope we'll meet again.
1 then handed Mr.. A. tho Virginia
Baptist and held a long conversa alton
1
ed me kindly, saying l will try to do
the good some day, and also the emf
nent Negro. John Mitchell. Jr, who
nee d. npt borrowed glory
! The train whistl4d on. He then said
this W as his station, but reaching in
his rocket. he horriedly wrote his ad-
dress saying, We viii now separate
from each other probably never tc
meet again, but IL not still ascend the
peaks OF progress a0d build within the
wal OF time massive deeds OF great
I ess, mountain heights Of happiness
(, thom the highest point in the ele-
ment of fame and may we meet in
heaven He is of in moment and
the train ratified on and l sat withir
my seat gazing steadily on NATURE
wond at the green hills far away
the distant chimes of evening. ths
merry wood thrush that piped ole sof
sweet song. the splendor Of the wood
land, the whisper of the rill. the lovinj
and jovial hearted workmen as the,
trudged wearily home and this vision
of love, happiness, luxury and beaut,
to memory
THE powerful bands of friend shil
unlike the missing link.
Unlike the rowing tiger will quencl
a thirst like drink.
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building; and Mrs. Annie Blackwell
closed Monday night at the Granite
school building Large crowds attend
ed all OF the exercises, which were
very excellent.
The closing exercises OF Hickory
Hill school OF which Mrs. Addie Eggle-
ston 10 teacher took place on the 3lst
instant. The exercises consisted OF
dialogues, recitations and singing.
They were grand and reflected much
credit upon the teacher. A handsome
book was presented to Edward L.
Branch for scholarship by Prof J. IL.
Blackwell in behalf of Mrs Eggleston
He made some very encouraging re-
marks OF both, school and teacher
Mrs. Thomas Tucker, nee Hender-
son. who has been visiting our city for
several months has left for her home
in Newark, New Jersey.
Mrs Mary Stringfellow and Mr.. Pc
ter StriDgfellow are very sick at their
residence on 18th street.
Mrs. Sallie b. Willkerson is visiting
our city, the guest of her mother, Mrs.
Amanda Smith.
Deacon George Cunningham, is out
again.
Mrs. Martha Gassaway left the city
for New York, her future home last
Wednesday.
Rrc
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A Supper.
RIoHMoND. VA, Apr

RIoHMoND, VA, April Z, 1897.
Mrs. Alice Ferguson gave a most
delightful supper in honor of Miss El-
len O. SpurlOck, of Fincastle, Va, last
Tuesday at the beautiful home of Mr..
and Mrs Silas Kerr, 936 north 4th st.
The entertainment was a most charm
ing affair and was much enjoyed by
those present. Excellent music was
rendered by local talent, who did
much credit to themselves. Miss
Srurlock has been visiting relatives
here and some of our most popular
and substantial citizens. She possess
es many personal char ms and has
made many friends here She will al
ways rec, i've q hearty welcome in
Richmond.
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PRICE. 5 CENTS.
THE NEW YORK TRIP.

Yes, we will rally round the flag boys,
= Well rally once again,
Shouting the battle cry, OF freedom.
There are many enthusiastic citizens
whose anxiety is high and eagerly
awaiting the day upon which many
have calculated to do honor to the
heroic army General who now sleepeth
that from which none ever wake. 1t
is safe to say that they are not idle. to
show their interest for the success of
the proposed trip OF the local militia.
1t is entertainments by night, punch
cards by day. and on the other hand
all manner of argument is INDUCED in
for the promotion of this cause.
This interest, however. is not only
confined to Jackson Ward. but seems
to be the strong desire OF every patri-
otto citizens OF Richmond. Thus the
colored militia troops here should be
present during the ceremonies of the
unveiling OF the tomb erected in mem
ory of u. s. Grant.
L doubt IL there are many who have
done much more for the success OF the
trip than Mr.. John r. Chiles, and
through the kindness of this patriotic
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-04-10

Planet Lodge Number %, held an in
teresting meeting Monday night. The
members were out in large numbers
and many questions OF great impor-
tance claimed their attention. Sir
Knights Robertson and Blackwell of
Unity lodge, Number "a, were present.
lmpromptu speeches were made by
Brigadier General w. r. Green and
Major Jesse Scruggs OF Richmond
Lodge Number /. Grand Medical Re-
gister s. IL DESMOND was present and
gave an interesting talk which was
highly appreciated. Captain r. g..
Richardson got in somewhat late.
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Pursuant to the call of Grand Chan
cellor. ohm Mitchell, Jr Eureka Di-
vision, Number /, under the command
of Captain K. F. Robinson and Planet
Division, under command of Captain
Thomas NJ. Crump assembled at the
Masonic Hall on Clay Street, together
with the subordinate lodges of the
city and proceeded to the 9TH Street
Baptist church TO take part in the
thanksgiving services of the order
which was set aside on 4th Sunday in
March. The showing made by the Sir
Knights has been the topic of general
conversation.
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Band Concert.

The First Battalion Band will give
the people of Richmond a chance to
hear them before going to New York.
A grand concert will be given at Re-
formers hall next Wednesday night
by the band. Lovers of music will
miss great treat if they stay away
They will render selections from the
finest band masters in this country
and Europe. They are preparing for
the New York trip with the let Battal-
ion.
They will make New Workers feel
that Richmond is represented by good
musical talent. Every body come and
help the boys. Come early or you may
not get a seat.
Tho Battalion will come out with
full ranks. A grand treat for every
body.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-04-10

The Odd Fellows OF Fulton are pro-
gressing Mount Erin Lodge, Number
1928, at regular stated meeting on
last Tuesday night, decided to have
their Thanksgiving services at Rising
Mount Zion Church, (Fulton) corner
of Graham and Erin Streets, the first
Sunday in May, at $3.50 p. m by Rev.
Daniel James, pastor the said church.
All are cordially invited.
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Mr.. Bragg's BnterDrise.

Mr.. George w. Bragg, the popular
proprietor of the Richmond Steam
Laundry has made extensive improve
ments at his place of business on North
9TH st He has leased the adjoining
builipg, cut n door between and trans
ferred the Office TO the last named
structure. New machinery has been
secured, and he now has one of the
largest establishments of the kind in
the south.
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Look 0ut, Look OutI

The ladies of Old Dominion Court
will give their 2nd entertainment at
the True Reformers' Hall, Monday
night. April l9. 1897, for the benefit Of
Old Dominion Division. number 10 Un-
form Rank, Knights of Pythias There
will be a grand concert; after which a
secret marriage; Master Thomas Gill
pin to Miss Serena Garter. A scene of
beauty We earnestly hope that all
Sir Knights and Courts of Calanthe
and public in general will patronize
us
Admission, 10cti
Doors open, 4 D. m. Mrs. Mary f
Hooper, manager.
4-l0-97-2t
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Signed
The Property Sold

The Second Baptist Church pur-
chased the property on the southwest
corner of Fourth and Leigh streets for
the purpose OF erecting new church
edifice. Dissatisfaction followed and
it was decided not to follow out that
policy. The sale of the same was ad-
vertised and the property sold Wednes-
day, April Z, 1898
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-04-10

The short but appropriate remarks
made by Lieut.. Fillmore Scott, Her.
aid r b. Mosby, Brigadier General W.
K. Green, Major Jesse Scruggs and
Adjutant John Mitchell, Jr., Sunday
aging.
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The anniversary Of Sylvia Court
which was celebrated on last Sunday.
at the 9th street Baptist Church was
grand sffair. Pure Gold and Old Do
minion Courts were out in large num-
brrs on invitation.
Rev. w. + Graham preached the SER
mon of his life. See another column.
A collection OF $25. ~ was lifted.
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NJ. v. BERKLEY, ,

There will take place at the True
Reformers' hall Monday, April 18th, at
s p. IN. a grand entertainment given
by the social circle of the Richmond
Theological Seminary, assisted by
some of the best talent of Richmond.
w. II. WILLIS, Manager;
Miss N. B JONES, Pianist.