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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
CURRENCY CONTRACTION.

In commenting on statistics, which II
is stated show that the bank-note circu-
lation has gradually diminished since
January LIST, northern contemporary
saws that the fact is that money plays
so small part in business transactions
that II is only in time of emergency like
the commercial crisis of 1893, or the sud
den call for funds with which to move
crops, that any increase in the volume
is needed. Otherwise, adds our con-
temporary, when credit is secure. the
tendency is to contract the amount OF
currency in circulation
That contraction should occur when
credit is secure and money is not needed
for commercial purposes is natural Here
circulation responds to a natural law OF
banking and business. Checks and drafts
and other commercial paper take the
place of money, and the contraction is
largely a matter of convenience. The
trouble with our system is that it tends
to stimulate the greatest contraction at
the very time when currency is most
needed and when the business Of the
country demands an expansion.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
The Root of the EVIL.

To the Editor of the Dispatch:
1t is curious that. among all the let
tiers published on the subject Of the
State revenues, not one appears 10 get
at the root of the trouble. The peOpta
will never submit TO any attack upon
the schools and colleges and as for the
expenses of the government, they are
not excessive for the services rendered.
The real trouble lies in the wretched
system of assessment prevailing. Under
our system every man is allowed 10
assess his own property The result is
that every man has a different standard
of valuation, and, TO speak in plain
words a premium is put upon fraudu-
lent returns. 1t is time that the legisla-
tors should raise themselves to the needs
of the hour, and create an impartial
board for every district or county, who
should have full power to get at all the
facts. A fair assessment of property in
the State would bring into the treasury
far more than we need. Take the in
come-tax. 1t is grossly unfair, as adj
ministered. 1t reaches only the man of
salary, but the property-owners, in some
way. entirely escape. In county not
far from my residence but one man pays
the income-taX and he receives a salary,
which is, OF course, open TO view.
To say that an assessment laid by
the proper official. should be avoided
because it is inquisitorial, and, there
fore. disagreeable, is childish. for 1t is
10 say that honesty, uniformity, and
abundance of revenue are undesirable.
TAXPAYER
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

will convince you that, as usual, we
lead our competitors in offering best
inducements to the public. We have
added a great many bargains TO
those already on our counters,
making this sale extremely interest
ing to economical buyers.
COUNTER No. 1.
Ladies'. Misses, and Children's
Genuine Dongola Button, guaran-
teed all solid, 79c.'
COUNTER No. 2.
Ladies' DOngola Button and Lace,
several style toes and all sizes, heel
and spring heel, SLID.
COUNTER No 3.
Ladies' Dongola, Button and Lace,
the newest STYLES, in patent tip and
dongola tip. all sizes, and every pair
guaranteed to be worth from $1.75 to
S3-this sale = As.
/ lot of Ladies' Hand-Sewed Welt
and Mckay Tan Lace Shoes, Sl.oS-
worth 81, 80 and So per pair
Mems Winter Weight Tans. in all
shapes and sizes. ranging in prices
from So, $3.50, So, and $3.50.
Remember, we give you your choice
on any purchase Trading Stamps,
Trading Checks, or discount of 5per
cent. no 9-Tu&F
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
c1nrn In rnE nALKANs.

Not long since It was stated, on what
anneared TO be excellent authority. that
Prince Ferdinand OF Bulgaria, had
thrown himself into the arms OF the
Porte. and that an alliance had been
concluded between Bulgaria ana turkey
The reason assigned for this treaty
was that Russia and Austria-hungary
had come TO an understanding at last
regarding the partition, when the OPP
perfume moment arrived, Of Turkey in
Europe. and that the carrying out Oh the
programme would mean the practical
humiliation OF Bulgaria.
Now. however. comes a special from
Vienna, the centre Of Balkan news
stating that the relations between Bull
garia and the Porte are strained; that
the Sultan is preparing for all eventu-
alities, and that 10000 Turkish soldiers
are echeloned on the Bulgarian frontier.
armed with Mausers. and amply pro-
vided with horses and guns. Servia, OF
course It is added. would be implicated
In any complications in connection with
Macedonia, while recent accounts from
Albania report signs Of growing unrest.
On the whole. concludes the special, the
outlook in the East is in no wise reas-
surfing.
This may all be so. But the onlooker
from this distance will be apt to
conclude that II Bulgaria and Servia are
disposed to heed the Macedonian cry they
made a mistake in not doing so during
the Graeco-Turkish war.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
The Ballad of the Gridiron.

Cleveland Plain Dealer)
Biff and IA bang. and the fun begins!
Thump! and a thud. and the horns are
lockedl
Spring and scurry and save your skins,
Legs are twisted and skulls are knocked.
over the field sweeps a wohsh pack,
over the field with a curdling yell;
Surely the scene doth nothing lack
Holding the mirror 10 Dante's hell.
Padded and plated the men are lined,
Braced and bandaged they wait the
word.
Seem they to you of human kind
Are they not like TO a savage herdy
Shaggy the hair on each matted head,
Fiery the eye by the cushioned nose;
Silent they wait till the word is said
Pitching them forward against the foes
All in a tangle the fighters fall
Legs wildly waving from under the
heaDi
See the limp form from the midst that
they haul
Dead? He's not dead-he is only asleep.
Strained Is each muscle awaiting the
word.
Thrilled with excitement behold one and
ALL
Fiercely they mix up-the signal is heard
Crushing and trampiing this Is
foot-balli
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

.sherif was compelled TO go on to mar
rlsburg to get IL before they could secure
possession OF their prisoner. The Timess
reporter makes fun of the two officers
through a column article. They are
ovoted as using the words "youuns'' and
oweuns." "'ear." "by gosh" &c. and as
being equipped with long rope. pair
81 handouts. shotguns. revolvers. &c.
Any virginlan who reads the Times's
article will at once discover that that
paper has been badly faxed on the
article IN question.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

We learn from the New Yo.k Tribune
that the municipal authorities of Paris
are lust now engaged in the suppress
sion of an altogether novel form of food
adulteration, which is assuming phenome-
nal proportions. Real oysters are ex-
pensive in Paris, and so. with the object
of suiting slender purses, artificial oys-
tiers on the half-shell have been invented,
which are sold at 20 cents a dozen, and
they are so cleverly made and look so
nice and fresh that, once lemon juice or
vinegar has been added, they cannot be
distinguished from the real article, ts-
pecially when white wine is taken in con-
nection with them. The only genuine
thing about these oysters is the shell,
the manufacturers buying secondhand
shells at a small cost. and fastening the
spurious oyster IN place with tasteless
paste The municipal laboratory has not
vet proclaimed the ingredients Of which
these bogus oysters are composed hut
has announced that they are of a. harm
full character.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Platt explains the result Of the New
York mayoralty election from the Re-
publican organization point of view. He
says the Republican rout was due to the
vainglorious selnshness of Seth Low and
the Citizens Union policy to go II
alone" the organization being at all
times ready to withdraw General Tracy
and unite upon Secretary Cornelius N.
Bliss or ex-Mayor Schroeder. He charges
Seth Low with treachery. and says ne
was willing TO wreck the Republican ship
to satisfy his own ambition. The Repub-
lican defeat he characterizes as purely
local, but there he will sooner or later
find that he is mistaken.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

1t is said that 50-cent gas made at the
great coke ovens is coming to Boston.
Henry NJ. Whitney and his associates
have arranged for the purchase of some
Of the local gas companies, and obtained
control of all the rest This deal is
said TO be a sure thing, and it is expected
that il will make Whitney "the gas king
Of New England" 1t Is stated that for
the first time since the granting of his
pipeline" charter three years ago, he
will be able to fulfil, by virtue of his new
process and sources of supply, the prom
Uses of cheaper light and fuel made when
he asked for the privileges accorded in
his charter.
So great is Mr.. Whitney's confidence
in his process, he expects that. as the
market grows, gas will be the minor
and coke the principal product Of his
ovens. According to his pipeline char
ter. he is to furnish this gas to distri-
buting companies in various cities in
Massachusetts at 20 cents thousand
feet, and 1t is believed that 1t can be
distributed so that it will cost the con-
sumer only 50 cents a thousand His
coke ne expects to becom3 the fuel OF
the future for locomotives.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

The recent retirement OF Lord-Justice
Ludlow from the English bench has
brought out certain stories as to his gen.
tie manners in court On more than one
occasion his amabilty in taking pity on
a confused witness has led to unforeseen
results. One was being badgered about
a denial of drunkenness, when the Judge
addressed him kindly from the bench.
did you say was not drunk, sir?'
he asked. Il never said anything about
you at ALL" was the reply.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

A dispatch to the Cincinnati Commercial
Tribune from Parkersburg w. Va, says:
Governor Atkinson, in an interview
here. has announced his candidacy for
the United States senatorship from West
Virginia. This however, is conditional
upon the withdrawal of Judge Golf from
the race, If the report that Goff has
withdrawn is true, the Governor regards
himself as the logical candidate, but he
will not run if Golf should be candi-
date"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
A Careful Witness.
(HarperIs Bazarl

what! DO you mean to contradict
yourself?" began peppery little old Nag
gem, the lawyer for the plaintiff, when II
came his turn to have a 'go' at the de-
PENDANT himself upon the witness-stand.
after stating OF direct examination by
my brother that the plumbers worked
three whole days at your house, do you
mean to turn around here and say they
didn't?"
But l didn't state that they worked
three days at my house."
Eyes, you didr
mo. l didn'tw
what did you say. then?'
II said they were there three days"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
Personal.

NOTICE.
The undersigned having qualified as ex-
ecutrices OF the last will and testament
OF MARY W. THOMAS. deceased, hereby
notify all persons having claims against
the estate OF said Mary w. Thomas de-
ceased. TO present such claims TO as for
payment or this notice will be pleaded in
bar OF recovery.
MARY w. CURRY.
Executrix,
GABRIELLE T. PEARSON,
Executrix,
ll2 east Grace street.
Richmond, Va.
November O. 1897 no I0-6t
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Canalejas, the Spanish editor, now in
this country, telegraphs his paper in
Madrid that the lingo sentiment here IS
overestimated, but then the Senior hasn't
yet travelled far. He hasn't, for in
stance, yet met Senator Morgan.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

General Fitzhugh Lee arrived in
Habana Saturday afternoon and was well
coined by the consular officials and a
large company of friends.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
The Arms and the Man.
Detroit Journal.)

"Ohl knew at once ii was the Duke"
the coryphee was saying. Il recognized
his Grace's arms"
"They are very familiar" remarked the
back row of the ballet
AS for the chorus she started violently
as IL a CLEAN of something akin TO intel
ligence had penetrated her mind.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

The famous Lemuel ELI Quigg an
nounces his candidacy for reelection as
New York county Republican chairman,
doubtless expecting by virtue Of his mid
die name to get there"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

With its last issue the Tidewater Demo
crat. which is published at Tappahan-
mock, put on new dress and enlarged
It's form. Ii promises that no paper In
Tidewater Virginia shall excel IL In energy
and enterprise, and in efforts to builc up
and attract attention TO that section OF
the State
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
The Perpctuni Mystery.

(Atchison CKanD Globe)
When a woman is particularly pleasant
TO a man he never knows whether 1t Is
because she likes him or does il 10 tor
ment some man she likes better.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
PROFESSIONAL.

BEVERLEY b. MUNFORD LATE or
Staples & MunfordD. ATTORNEY AT
LAW. Merchants National Bank Build-
ing. Richmond, Va. INSURANCE Law
A SPECIALITY. Refers TO Messrs. L.. K.
Warren, Davenport & Co., John w. Cor
don. j. b. Moore & Co. ID. y. Walker u
Co George ID. Peasants, Peasants "
Crenshaw, Howard Swineford. and Julius
Straus a sons. Richmond, Va; A. b. An
drews W r. Chaplin. and IL. c. Stockdell
Atlanta. Ga; Nj. Levin Hewes, Barti-
more. Md: n. Emory Warfeld Philadei-
phia; Henry w. Eaton and l.. p, Bayard.
New York city. and John c. Paige. Bos-
Ton. Mass. managers and general insu-
rance agents, for whom have conducted
cases no 2-Tu. Th&Salm
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Ian Maclaren Rev. John Watsom is
said to have received call to a church
in the fashionable district of London,
and to be likely to accept it.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

There seems to be an epidemic OF
duelling in Paris, but it is thoroughly
French, in that IT has not yet resulted
in anybody's getting hurt.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Mr.. Croker has left Virginia for his
home in New York, greatly improved in
health and spirits" There is no land
like the Old Dominion for building up
the depressed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Coils P. Huntington is said to be dis
posing of all his property in New York,
with a view TO spending the remainder
of his days in California.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

It seems appropriate that the "King
Of the Dudes" should be under arrest,
1t having been the business of his own
life TO arrest attention.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
To BE Commended.


tSplIlt OF Inc NdIIey.)
The Richmond Dispatch is TO be COM
mended for it's efforts to have the peni-
tertiary buildings enlarged. The present
condition of that institution is a reproach
to our State.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Postmaster-General Gary, in his an
nual report, urges the establishment Of
postal savings banks. He is at present
reaping the advantage Of having saved,
himself
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
A New Disturbing Element.

Chicago RecOrd)
That yellow. purple and white peace
banner may have a quieting effect on the
rest OF The world, but il is likely TO cause
a riot among people Of aesthetic tastes.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
Good Sense.
fairfax Herald.)

FairfaX Herald)
Governor-elect Tyler gives evidence OF
his good sense by announcing that he
will be inaugurated without any foolish
display.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

The Philadelphia Times, which is usual
iy d very accurate newspaper, reports in
SIS issue Of yesterday the visit TO that
city OF the sheriff and Deputy Sheriff oil
Queens county. Va" They came from
Little Plymouth (King and Queen conn-
sy) after negro fugitive from justice,
one Arthur Isockiey. murderer, but not
having gotten warrant Of rendition. me
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

philadelphia Press)
As a result OF the Princeton Inn, IN
university is professor out.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Some OF the Georgia legislators are
disposed to encourage the prize-ring. as
preferable in every way to football.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
FOREST LODGE.

DURING THE PLEASANT AIT 'l'
weather. and so long as the to"1s $50,
main In good condition. FOREST LuDN,,
will be open for the sn'er'aihmslI
guests. Small driving or cycling psi'
caa be provided for at ans time, oSI slS
parties should notify BY phone $500
hours before their arrival beh
2s35 u. Glen Allen Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
TO VIRGINIA EDUCATORS
ARE YOU TEACHING
MAGILL'S HISTORY OF VIRGINIA A.?
THE STANDARD SCHOOL HISTORY
OF OUR STATE,
MARY TUCKER MAGILL,
Of AN.nchester. Nn.

of Winchester, Va.
The first edition or this history was pre-
pared at the request of Virginia educators
In 1873. and was adopted for public-school
use while In MS. IL has been readopted
by every State School Board since that
time In sentiment ii is loyal TO the
cause for which the South fought, while
at the same time ii inculcates the most
loyal devotion 10 our General Govern
ment. 1t has often been pronounced one
of the most delightfully."- written books in
the English language. and Is from start
to finish deeply interesting TO both young
and old. -
As A VIRGINIA HISTORY,
1T HAS NO Equal.
12mo.-374 ages-substantially bound In
cloth fully Illustrated and is sold under
contract with the State Board of Educa-
tion for school use at 81 per copy. 1t can
be bought from booksellers throughout
the State at that price. Special prices
will be made TO both public and private
schools for first introduction. Specimen
copies for examination with view to
adoption by county and city school
boards principals, and teachers of col
leges and private schools at 80 cents per
COPY. which amount will be credited on
the first order for supply Of books after
such adoption. For full particulars APP
ply or write to
j. T.. BELL COMPANY,
Publishers,
LYNCHBURG, VA.
Use 9th Sa&Tu y
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

A black eye for Hanna is the reported
fact that his home delegation is against
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Orders for printing sent TO the Dispatch
Company will be given prompt attention.
and the style OF work and prices win
be sure 10 please you.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

II is probable that the laws delay
doesn't worry Durrant
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
ADVERTISING RATES.
,yArp INCH OR LESS.

vance r5 words or less)....'.''.'''
Above rates are for every day or au-
yertisements running consecutivey'
Reading notices in reading-matter 'ype'
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on application.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
ANIMAL MEETING.

The annual meeting ot the STOCK
HOLDERS OF THE RlCHMOND
RAILROAD COMPANY VIII be held on
WEDNESDAY. November II. 1896. at ~
Office OF the company. IN Richmond. lt u
O'Clock NJ. j. b. WINSTON,
M 9-td Treasurer
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

All letters and kilograms must be al
dressed TO THE DISPATCH CoMPANf'
Rejected communications will not DE
returned.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

All letters recommending candidates for
ONCE must be paid for 20 insure their
publication. This is long standing rule
Of ours.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
ANfUsEMENTS.

ADJUSTMENTS.
ACADEMY OF MUSIC.
WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY,
NOVEMBER nth AND "a If,
THURSDAY MATINEE. -,
THE INTERNATIONAL SENSAily''
THE GEfsHa.
Original Production from Days The1..e'
New York and London, tnief t't
Direction OF Mark smith ife-
scented by a Company OF
Comic Opera Celebrities. .,.-rs
PRICES: 1850 81. Is. 50, AND p 90. ~ D
MATINEE, 81, Is. Sd. AND - CEN 10
ono $3.50
THE EDISON PHONOGRAPH PA
IlOR at Hotel JEFFERSON Is open 10 VIZ
ors at all hours. Entrance from A
street. All the newest songs also ilu
by famous bands and songs by k...
mond's favorite. Captain FRANK ,1u i,..,s.
ham. Wonderful views IN kdisons ~.
roscopes. Concerts for churches, soelel.. !,
SC. furnished In or near To kieh'"-
at low prices. s..,.,,,o
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
MEETINGS.

A MEETING or THE STOCKHOLM
ERS OF THE MASONIC TEMPLE ArsL
CATION will be holden at the Masonic
Temple. corner Broad and Adams s,r.',
TUESDAY, November I'D. az = o'cioeA
NJ. JOSEPH " BIDGOOD,
no i6-iw Secretary
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

Resolutions OF respect 10 deceased
members passed by societies. corpora
tions, associations, or other organiza-
lions will be charged for as advertising
matter
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16

UPTOWN OFFICE. BRoAD-sTREET
PHARMACY, 6l9 EAST BROAD
STREE.
MANCHESTER OFFICE. 1905 HULL
STREET.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
MATTINGS, CARPETS, RUGS, AND
OIL CLOTHS.
WHITE AND GRAY BLANKETS.

Mems Glastonbury Atwood Underwear
Medlicott Regular-Made Underwear.
Ladies' Axford-Cut Underwear.
mo l6-Tu&Thl
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-16
We Advertise No Old Stock

All our goods are fresh and
from the largest importers-the
talk. It's now