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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
CgPTURED dFTER 4 FIGHT.
An Alleged Murderer Held "A Sheriff. Posse
at By.

An Alleged Murderer Held "A Sheriff. Posse
at By,
SAVANNAH. GA. Sept. 3o.-Three
weeks ago at Hahira, Ca, Shelton Dam
pier in cold blood shot down Sam Parker.
one Of the most respected citizens Of the
place. because he had been Instrumental
In securing the conviction Of Dampier IN
a theft prosecution.
Dampier has been pursued ever since
with dogs. but managed TO elude MS puf-
suers.
Last night the sheriff of Lowndes coun-
ty received notice that Dampier was in
the vicinity. lie gathered a posse ana
surrounded the house where he was MD
den. Dampier was seen in the night sit
ting on the doorstep Of the house chew
ing sugar cane. As daylight dawned he
saw the members Of the posse ana fust-
lade began. Dampier was shot IN the
shoulder before he gained cover OF the
log hut. but his return fire was too not 10
allow the sheriff's men 10 leave the cover
OF the saplngs. The logs Of the hut were
riddled with holes and the deputies had
their clothing perforated several times
Dampier finally surrended, cursing the
crowd for their cOwardice In remaining
under cover He was taken to jail in
ValdOsta. He says that he would have
gotten away entirely but for the strin-
gcncv OF the quarantine regulations in
the State
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
A Missing Husband.

on Tuesday, September the lith. my
husband Mr.. NJ ID. Broadway left his
home. near Oakland. Louisa county. Va.
for the city OF Fredericksburg. Va. 10 get
work al his trade. and up 20 this time
have heard nothing from him. I am sure
some accident has happened him. espe-
ciallv as he Is subject 90 falling sickness.
In 10 this trip my husband has never
failed 10 write 20 me from day 20 day.
His description is az follows. siNty-one
wears OF age: weighs $50: very tall and
spare: light hair; clean shaved, and Is a
painter by trade.
When last seen was dressed I'm a black
suit, with frock coat. IL any one has seen
him or knows OF his whereabouts they
will greatly oblige an anxious wife by
letting the undersigned hear from them
al once MRS NJ ID. BROADWAY
Oakland p. o, Louisa county, Va. sept
%. 1907.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
SOUTHERN rnrArsr coMpASr.
An Organization by This Title Chartered
bvJudge Minor Yesterday.

An Organization bv This Title Chartered
by Judge Minor Yesterday.
A charter was granted yesterday by
Judge +. c. Minor 10 the Southern Thea
ire Company. which is formed for the pur-
pose Of conducting theatres. play-houses.
and opera houses, and 20 engage in the
theatrical business generally.
To accomplish these purposes the. COM
pany shall have the power 10 acquire by
purchase the Mozart Academy Of Music,
and all rights TO the property upon which
II IS erected.
The capital stock Of the said company
IS not TO be less than $4,000 nor more
than $4,000. The amount Of real estate TO
be held by the company shall not exceed
ten acres in Richmond nor 100 acres out
side OF the city.
The principal Office is TO be in this city,
but branch offices may be established in
other cities.
The names Of the officers OF the COM
pany for the first year are as follows:
President. j. G.. Walker. ice-President,
s. r. Beveridge; Secretary and Treasurer,
Reginald Gilham-
Directors. G. Walker. G. W. Ander-
son. p. r.. Archer. S. r. Bevcridge, #. ID.
Beverldge and G. A. Walker.
Mr.. ]. G.. walker president OF the new
company. as the yice-president OF the
Life Insurance Company Of Virginia, ana
was seen last evening regarding the pur-
poses Of the company. He said that all
the officers and directors OF the new com
pany represented the bondhOlders of the
old Richmond Mozart Association. 1t was
deemed best for the protection OF the
interests of these bondholders to incor-
porate themselves together.
This action will enable them TO make
any desired Improvements or changes In
the property known as the Academy OF
Music. which IS the property Of the assoc
citation. and now conducted by Mr..
Thomas g.. Leatb. lessee and manager.
as a theatre Mr.. Leaths lease has sew
eral years yet 20 run. and so cannot be
disturbed In his occupancy Of the house.
Mr. Walker said that he knew OF no i'm
mediate action that would be taken by the
company respecting the acquiring Of the
Academy Of Music or the building Of any
new theatre here by the new company
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
A RACE FOR HIS LIFE.
THE oREw or rms POcxHONTAs
CAPTURES a FINE L&Rtsn BUCs.
1aey Overlook Him while on His Way
Across The River Noar Jamestown and
Chased Him In n Lilo Boat.

When tho pretty steamer Pocahontas
loft her wharf Wednesday morning for
Norfolk the passengers for points down
tho river had no idea that an exciting
scene was in store Tor them.
BY o'clock they we're scattered about
the decks enjoying tho river scenery.
when tho boat reached n point about
eight miles this side Of historic James
town. Captain c. c. Graves was at lunch
and Mate j. Il. shelly was IN charge.
lie saw head and a pair OF horns NOV
ing slowly across the river TINS was
about sixty miles below Richmond near
the mouth OF the Chicahominy.
a FINE BUCK.
Mr.. Shelly took q peep through his
Geld glasses, and discovered that he
object was a fine large buck swimm ing
across the river which Is about -FOUR
miles broad az this point. The mate or
dercd the deck hands 10 lower the hfe
boat which was at once done. The Po-
cahontas was then not far from the
buck.
The passengers were ali aware OF what
was going on and when the crew WIS
getting ready for the race several Of
the passengers fired at the deer with
their pistols but missed him.
In q minute the life boat was ready
FOR the race. 10 was captained by Mr..
Shelly. who was assisted by Purser f. V.
Archer and Quartcrmaster G. IL Bag
well. The order was given and IN mo-
mcnt the craft shot forward and COM
menccd 10 gain on tho buck lie swan
with a desperate effort. and for while
made unusually fast tine AT every
stroke tho boat gained on him. and the
passengers were cheering and waving
their handkcrchicfs In hieh glee.
CAUGHT by THE TAIL.
There was great excitement on deck
among tho spectators. Soon the buck
was overtaken Mr.. Shelly who was
I'm the bow Of the boat caught him by the
tail and held on 10 him tight while Mr..
archer pushed his head unCer the water
and drowned him.
The deer was carried on board the
steamer and there butcherod for table
purposes.
The Pocahontas lost only twelve min
utes from the time she was shut down
until she was again rung up 10 resume
her trip. The passengers greatly en-
foyed the race between the buck and the
nfo boat.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01

crat, and wish to rec the Democratic state
and executive ticket successful. In the
event that the Legislature Is Democratic
1 hone 10 see some good Democrat elect
cd 10 represent this State In the United
states senate I believe Gcnral A. j.
Warner is a good man for this place. For
that matter. there half DOZEN other
men I'm the State who are as well known
and as able as General Warner. I would
be glad 10 see any one OF them elected
CINCINNATI. o., Sept. GA special
from Columbus, o.. says:
General A. J. Warner, OF Marietta. in
an interview published here to-day for
mally announces his candidacy for the
United States Senate at the hands Of the
Ohio Legislature 10 be elected this fall.
lie pledges his whole time and continuous
effort from this time forth for the cleo
tion Of a Democratic Legislature 10 this
end A"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
4 RAllrnad Pnrchase.

NASHVILLE. TENN. Sept 30.-The
Board of Directors Of the Nashville. Chat
tanooga and St Louis Railroad author
lied President Thomas to close the deal
for the purchase Of the Middle Tennessee
and Alabama. an uncompleted road run
ming from Shelbyville. Tenn. 10 Decatur,
Ala. Thlrty-two miles are in operation.
The purchase will be completed at once. 4,
The road 10 be purchased connects with
the Nashville. Chattanooga and 81. Louis
at Shelbyville. and crosses the Fayette-
vile branch at Fayetteville.
The price to be paid is not stated, but
It is said 10 be more than $4,000.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Stnhentc tn lie Received

The Young Mems Missionary Society
OF the Second Baptist church will lead the
young people OF that church In reception
10 be given in the lecture room, in honor
OF students from Richmond College, and
the Woman's College.
Eight o'clock Saturday evening is the
time appointed Tor the reception. which
will be enlivened by music and addresses
Mr.. W. II. Sadler. president OF the
Young Mems Society. will preside. and
Professor r. ". Long Will welcome the
students. Mr.. Allan ID. Jones. OF Rich
mond College. responding for them.
Then Will come social greetings and re-
freshments. and the occasion will doubt
less be OF very great interest.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
An ,lleoed Couuterfeiter Arrested.

WASHINGTON. Sept. ga telegram
received at the Secret Service Bureau an
nounced the arrest at South Chicago OF
Leopold Irmen, for counterfeiting silver
dollars.
His outfit also was captured. IT is believ-
ed that lrmen is the maker Of the very
fine counterfeit silver dollars which have
been i'm circulation I'm Chicago for some
time. and his capture therefore IS regard
ed as exceptionally important
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
John Panl in Trouble.

BOSTON, Sept. 3O-Captain Colin Smith.
first officer OF the clyde Line. Delaware.
which arrived to-day from Jacksonville
and Charleston. 5. c.. reports that about
three hours after leaving Jacksonyille.
the Delaware passed the Schooner John
Paul, OF Mount Desert. Ne. totally dls-
mastcd. with loss OF part Of her deck
load In tow of the filibustering Steamer
Three Friends. bound 10 Mayport. Fla
The Paul was on a passage from Bruns-
wick. Ga to New York. and was caught
In the recent hurricane off the Southern
coast. Captain Smith further reports
passing several small schooners with loss
Of sails at different points on the passage
southwark and apparently needed no as
sistance. The Paul was forty-one tons
burden, and was built at Bath, Me-, in
1888
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
IN 4 HURRf,
The Navy Department Embarrassed by Dc
Law in Delivering Lumber.

WASHINGTON. Sept. 30.-The Navy
Department officials are embarrassed by
the rough handling Of the schooner PAU
which was carrying q large cargo ol
lumber for the construction Of the New
York dry dock No g. The schooner was
caught in the recent West India cyclone
off the New Jersey coast and blown clear
down 10 Florida. where she lay dismasted
and helpless. As the work on the COCK
is Tegarded as an emergency undertaking.
and there is no telling how long 10 might
take 20 get the load delivered at New
York i'm the usual course the department
will proba bly, send out the big tug Nina
from Norfolk 20 take the schooner In tow
and bring her 10 New York. rms lum-
nor Is wanted for the coffer-dam which IS
being built al the entrance of the dock,
and is special dimensions stun. which can
not be procured readily in the market.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
The Auditorium Vaudeville.

Another large audience OF more than a
thousand laughed at and applauded the
comicalities OF wild oats" at the Audi
forum last evening, the performance be-
ing as bright and entertaining as ever
All the sepcialties went with a snap and
90 that were delightful, and there Is not
a duh moment IN the piece
There will be another week Of Vaude-
villes 10 follow this and "a very strong
bill has been selected for presentation.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01

charter vessels for the island without first
collecting their freight in the United
States.
Finances in the island also seem 10 be
I'm a bad way, for the consul says that
the Banque de In Guadalupe. the only
bank on the island. on September 2d
ceased altogether 10 issue drafts, without
any notice OF an intention TO resume.
The bank had previously been charging
the exorbitant rate OF 10 per cent for
drafts.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Warning 10 chipping Interests.

WASHINGTON. Sept So.-The United
states consul al Guadalupe. w l.. sends
"a ne state Department a note or warn
,rx for the benefit OF American shipping
interests.
CHARLES ]. willard" Captain j. II. York.
was compelled 70 leave the port without
cent OF his freight money. and he advises
ship-o r-ners In the United States not 70
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01

Nominated by the Republicans for the
-ennie. bnl EaNnrs a PonmlIst.

WAVERLY. VA. Sept 30.-Special.-
The Republican convention for the Twen-
ty-seventh Senatorial district met here
to-day and nominated ex-Judge r. w.
Arnold. Of this place by reclamation.
Judge Arnold has declined the nomina-
ton and favOrs the nomination Of Hon
George w. Jackson. q POpulist. No fur
Their action has Vet been taken.
A convention Of the delegates from
Greenvillc and Sussex nominated l.. A..
Knox. cOlored, of Sussex, for the House
of Delegates.
Rev. r. w Webb. the sanctihcation
evangelist, OF Norfolk Va. has been
conducting a revival tent-meeting here
for the past twelve days. Some twenty
five persons have protested sanctihcation
and the meetings have been well attended.
The meeting will c'0se Tomorrow night.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Struck WITH a CHAIR.

Joe Brown and Carl Nehemeyer had an
alteration at IT'S east Main street last
night, resulting in Nehemeyer's striking
Brown on the head with a chair. infict-
ing a wound three inches long.
DR. Baughman. who came with the am
bulance when called. sewe. no the cut
and left Brown at the First Police Sta
ton.
Nehemeyer has not yet been arrested.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
rILLMA,s ~, lrhD.
The Old Dominion Clob Asks Him to Speak
October 2Oih.

The Old Dominion Clob Asks Him TO speak
October 2Oih.
A meeting Of the Executive Committee
Of the old Dominion Democratic Club
was held Wednesday night in the Office
Of captain John a. Curtis. on south
Eighteenth street
The subject under discussion was an
endeavor 20 get Senator Tillman, OF
South Carolina. 20 come 20 Richmond TO
address the club. and the secretary was
instructed 20 write ana invite him 60 be
present n nossihle. on October Goth 10
discuss the political Nsues OF the day.
I'VE have great hopes that Senator
Tillman Will accept our invitation" said
a membor OF The committee yesterday.
'Hs would draw a big crowd. III we
can't get him we will ask Congressman
w A. Jones and n he can't come Senator
John W Daniel Will bee invited.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
A,tilc Manager Gregory.

Mr. NJ s. Gregory. the popular chief
clerk OF the Lexington Hotel, is acting
,nsnsser there. in the absence OF Mrs.
l. % Atkinson, who Is visiting friends
al Catlettsburg KY
Mr.. Gregory was the picture OF salts
faction last night as he told how good
business has been with him lately, the
house. being comfortably nlled with
guests. -
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
srcRtrARF DOYLE's REPORT.
T. is Said That IL Will be Adverse TO COLI
lector Brady.

WASHINGTON. Sept. 30.-secretary
DOYLE, Of the Civil Service Comm sslon,
Who has been investigating the trouble
az Richmond. Va, over the removal OF
deputv collectors Of internal revenue re-
turned here to-day. Pending submission
OF his report 10 the commission the con-
illusions cannot be announced. IL Is sdlu,
however. that the report will be adverse
10 the collector.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
A Liberal Mind.

1T does seem TO me" sad young Mrs.
Torkins, that some people are more for
tunate than they deserve 10 be-"
ITO whom do you refer inquired her
husband.
THAT politician you we're reading
about. To think Of mans having the
luck TO get showed under this kind OF
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. star.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01

The carnival held at the Armory by a
number OF young ladies' OF the Womans
Auxiliary OF the Old Dominion Hospital
Tor the benefit OF the Free Ward OF that
institution goes on bravcly. and the man
a~crs are gratihed at its success.
There will be dancing every evening to
The music OF an excellent orchestra.
Misses Emms, Nuckols and Kirk are the
nrincinal managers and they are assisted
nv a number OF pretty and charming la
al
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01

The classes OF the night school Of the
Virginia Mechanics Institute met last
evening AZ 1:N O'Clock az the Institute
building for organization. The attendance
was larger than ever before, and me
10 the regular schedule
The building has undergone thorough
repairs during the summer months.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
FOUR ELS.
Many Candidates and Lively Fight on in
PittsvIvania.

The Popullst county convention for
Pittsylvania county held at Chatham to-
day nominated a full legislative ticket as
follows: For House OF Delegates W. II. II.
Cooke, Henry Berger Vincent A. Witcher
and John Walton.
The convention invited the Popuists Of
Danville and Henry county 20 confer with
them with regard 20 naming a candidate
for State Senator The PrOhibiuonists
also have a fun ticket in the field and
Republican conference held here yesterday
decided TO arrange to nominate hepub-
lican ticket
These. with the Democratic ticket, make
four tickets in the field and the liveliest
campaign for years is on.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01

ness reasons said that ne was assured
that the party niaF ing tho purchase would
not convert the Iouse TO any such pur-
pose.
Il was learned last night however. that
the purchaser ~ this properly Is the
present occnpa "a. Mr. r. II. Spence. The
property front 8 % feet on Broad street.
runs hack to y depth 81 l25 feet, and ~
regarded as esgy desirable.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
TO RRuJIN SILENT.
Senator Daniel Will Drop the Controversy
with the Governor

Senator John W. Daniel did not come
10 Richmond TO attend the session OF the
Democratic State Central Committee. Mr..
Carter Glass, of Lynchburg, in speaking
OF the controversy carried on recently
through the newspapers by Governor
OFerrall and Senator Daniel. said last
evening that the latter would not make
any ren,y to the last letter of Governor
OFerran.
As understand it," said Mr.. Glass.
Senator Daniel Is very well satisfied with
the result Of the controversy with the
Governor. and he thinks it has reached a
point where he can drop il with credit to
himself"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
ONO sENATORSHfP.
Mclean Saws He Is Not " Candidate-w War
ner Announces Himself.

COLUMBUS. o.. Sept 3o.-John r. Nc
Lean. his nearest friends declare, lie not
a candidate for the United States Senate.
Mr. Mclean had a secret conference with
the state Committee, and his friends say
he spoke as follows:
II am not a candidate for the United
States Senate. am merely a good Demo-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Nicararnn Merchant. Adopt Gold.

WASHINGTON. Sept. 30.-News has
reached the state Department that the
merchants in Bluehelds. Nicaragua, have
adopted the gold standard. Prices will be
given I'm silver for goods sold for cash.
but in the case OF credit transactions,
every charge IS 10 be in gold and either
gold or its equivalent will be exacted at
the time Of payment.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
MEArnEK FORfCAsT.

WASHINGTON. sept 30-Fcrecast for
Friday:
Virg.nia-Fair; variable winds. becom-
ing southcrly.
North Carolina Fair; northeasterly
winds. becoming variable.
South Carolina Fair, northeasterly
winds.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Central " e TT.

The Central w. C.. 4. L. held itrregular
meetint on Tuesday afternoon and had
a good attendance Resolutions express
ing sympathy for the president. Mrs. OTIS
III Russell. in the death OF her father.
DR. Manly. were adopted. The union will
meet hereafter at +. NJ.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01

MAYO. Fla. Sept. 30.-Willis Collins
was shot and killed by Z. a. Leggett. near
this place yesterday. Both men are prom
inent. ~Leggett being chairman % the
County Democratic Executive Committee
They uuarrelled over n pasture.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
chnrred With Steallnr Tools.

A white man. Z. J. Profit. a carpenter,
was arrested bv Sergeant A. VI. Tomlin-
son. and locked up in the Second Police
Station last night. charged with the thett
of tools. value $40. from the Standard
Plasterng Company.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
New pOStmaSterS

WASHINGTON. Sept. 30.--The following
fOurth-class postmaster were appointed
to-day:
Virginia-East End. r. +. Roreback;
Floris Annie Albaugh; GomewOOd, \. l..
Washburn: Isaac J. T.. Scott.
North Carolina--Belfast, Robert Black;
Clifton J. G.. Miller.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Judge Kilgorr's Successor

WASHINGTON. Sept. 30-The President
to-day appointed Hosea Townsend. OF COL
orado Judge Of the United states Court
for the Southern district Of Indian Ter
ritory. to succeed the late Judge kilgOre.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Wary d. Roynl.

CHASE CITY. VA. Sept Especial
Miss Mary b. Royal. daughter OF Rev.
W. w Royal, pastor Of the Methodist
church at this place. died here yesterday
afternoon. after a protracted illness,
aged about II years. The funeral SER
vices were conducted by Rev. p. NJ.
Beckham, OF Richmond and the remains
utnrn faken 10 RurkeNille.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
OBITUARY.
Mis- Iona A. Johnson.

Miss Iona A. Johnson, aged twenty
three years. died Wednesday at the resi-
dence Of her brother, Mr.. T. Johnson,
No 1905 Ashland street.
The funeral took place yesterday morn
ing at II o'clock
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
RANGE or rHE lMONErEn.

Yesterdays range OF the thermmeter
WIS as follows. A. IL. ~, II NJ. 20; ,
p. NJ. 50: p. NJ, rs; p. IL. u; L. NJ, ~.
Average, 70 "a
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
nrnnln and Syracnse lie.

TORONTO. Sept. 5o.-Toronto. y: SYRIA
cuse. 70: called on account OF darkness az
end OF ninth. Stelnert cup series.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01

sold for sIe. oo-Ifwm Not be Used as n
Theatre.

Messrs n. seiden Taylor & Sons yes
ssrday sold for $1,000 the property sit
uated At Eighth and Broad streets known
AZ Forcs Opera House. but now occupied
by Mr. z HarNae Spence. the shoe-dealer.
n has been several times reported that
shis house would be reftted and again
used as a theatre. but Mr.. Taylor, when
ssen last night although he declined ~
give the namO Of the purchaser, for bust
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
10 Cur. = Cold In Doe Day

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets.
All druggists refund the money II u fsils
10 cure. sc.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Mr.. Belle Hartsook.

CHARLOTTESVILLE VA. Sept. 90
special-Mrs. Bell Hartsook died at the
University yesterday morning. The flu
neral took place at II A. ". to-day at
the residence OF Mr.. w II. Paxton. Or.
G. L. Potrie conducting the exercises.
Mrs. Hartsook was he wife Of Mr.. j.
a. Hartsook. superintendent Of the Uni
versity grounds. Her remains were laid
to rest in Oakwood cemetery
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-01
Isaac he'll.

NEW YORK. Sept. 3O.-lsaac Bell. the
principal owner of the old Dominion
steamship Line, died Of pneumonia at his
home in this city to-day. aged eighty
three years. Mr.. Bell was noted for his
works OF philanthropy and had been con-
nected with many financial and mercan-
tile enterprises. His wife. who survives.
was the daughter Of the elder Dr. Valen-
tine Mott