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hand. The entire wire is. OF course, n ,n-
Ia1ed after the manner of tiny ocean
cable. Once the torpedo is in place and
the wire made fast, the submarine cy-
clists move away from the vessel to anv
desired distance, or, If she happens to be
moving, keep themselves as near as pos
sibIe in the same position until tn proper
length OF wire has been played out
Then the electric current is turned on
and an explosion follows. One might
think that the submarine bicyclists would
find it very dit tficult to carry about with
them a sufficient quantity of wire to en-
able them to place sufficient distance
between themselves and the vessel against
which their Operations have been direct
ed, but the inventor is very positive that
this can be easily done. He says be has
figured the torres OF the explosion upon
the water and is confident that by allow
ing themselves to sink short distance
the operators of the submarine engine of
destruction will almost entirely avoid ths
shock which they would ordinarily feel ass
the result of the explosion.
CUoUE.
The San Francisco call., 1897-08-22
4stute Old Diplomats Who Press Button
to Move an Empire, and Hold the
Peace Of Europe in Their
Private Offices.

ging bis unfortunate colleague with
pistol bullet in duel at Nice. This
necessitated the withdrawal into private
ife of the Prince, who only emerged
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drive the machine beneath the surface oi
the water at any desired depth, and steer
directly to that portion of the obj ct OF
attack 10 which it is intended to fasten
the tornedo. The idea is, as a rule, the
inventor saws. to fasten the explosive
directly upon the keel OF the vessei, IN
the manner shown III the accompanying
illustration.
This done, an electric wire is attached
to the end of the torpedo, the other emu
of which is fastened to an electric battery
upon the machine. The wire, or rather
the vast amount of slack thereof, is coiled
so that one of the divers can hold it in his
The San Francisco call., 1897-08-22

to constitute the counterpart of King Os-
cars treaty with Emperor William.
That Zinovieff should now be appointed
to Constantinople shows that the Car is
thoroughly dissatisfied with the course
pursued there by NJ de Nelidoff; that fe
does not relish the manner in which the
Russian ambassador, along with his COL
leagues, has been rendered ridiculous by
the Sultan and made the laughing stock
of the world, civilized and unclvillzed, and,
above ali, that he is resolved upon the in
auguration of a new policy on the Bos-
phorus, which, in view of the antecedents
of Zlnovieff, can only be one OF action.
1t is probable that from henceforth we
shall hear precious little about that thor
oughly discredited and decassee female
yc,ept "the Concert Of Europe" But it
will be Just as well to keep close watch
upon Constantinople. For before long
Turkey and its rulers will either be re-
duced to the most abject and subaervient
vassaage 10 the Car or else popular dis
turbances will take place in various por-
ito ms OF the Ottoman EN- pire possibly
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
ALEXANDRIA MILITARY.
VIII Attend the Grant Memorial
Seryiccs-PoIiticaI Notes.

ALEXANDRIA, VA. April r7.-(Spe-
cial 1.-THE Alexandria Light Infantry de-
cided last night TO attend the Grant-Me-
mortal ceremonies In New York on the
9th instant. About thirty men have
slgnifed their intention of going, and
there will doubtless be quite an addition
to this number. The men will have TO
find their own quarters and rations. as
the committee in charge of the affair has
informed Captain Bryan that no pro-
vision has been made for the entertain
ment of visiting organizations.
The City Democratic Committee has
perfected it's arrangements for the pri-
mary election 10 be held on the 2lst in
slant The greatest interest is mani
tested in the result of this election, as
IL will be practically decisive, the nomi-
nation being equivalent to election. There
will be little or no opposition to the
Democratic candidates. The chief in
terest in the contest devolves upon the
fight between Mayor Thompson and Mr..
George l.. Simpson and Corporation-At-
torney Brent and Mr.. Gardner l.. Boothe.
Permission has been granted Postmaster
Carlin 10 introduce the house-mail-collec-
ton system here. Householders will have
10 provide themselves with the regula-
ton boxes before the new arrangement
can go into effect, which will not be for
some months yet.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
NORTH CARoLIsA AT WASHINGTON
Republican Pie Hunters That
Judgeship-PersOn Points.


WASHINGTON, ID. c.. April H.-(Spe-
cal.)-It Is settled that the colored ex-
congressman, Cheatham, will be appoint
ed Recorder Of Deeds of the District OK
Columbia. Dancy, Of Salisbury, will get
the Collectorship Of Customs at Whining
ton. This arrangement is satisfactory to
all parties interested. The President said
this morning that the appointment must
go to the Second District. Dancy is en-
tirely satisfied.
The Attorney General went TO New
York last night, and nothing was given
out to-day in regard to the Eastern judge
ship. 1t was suggested to-day to the
President by prominent Western Repub-
lican that the appointment be held up
until he could. remove to the Eastern Dis
trict and obtain license TO practice. The
President smiled, saying that he would
take the s\egestion under Amusement
Judge Robinson. of Goldsboro'. arrived
to-day and went to the White House. but
did not see the President. He was not
inclined tonight to talk about the APP
pointment.
The impression obtains that a compro-
mise Eastern man will be appointed. An
effort is being made to bring this about.
The success of the plan is not assured,
but in the event OF failure, the appoint
ment of Colonel James Il. Boyd is GER
tain.
North Carolina arrivals c. II. Bailey,
of Raleigh; A. G. Patterson, p. "A. Aiken,
Mem. Ferguson, 81 j. b. Leach, K. w.
I.assiter, c. S. Mangum j. l.. Caldwell,
State-Senator Frank Ray. of Macon.
Colonel Mott leaves tonight for Au-
gusta. Ga, where he will join Mrs. Mott
and children.
Mac NJ. Brinkley is endorsed for re-
appointment as postmaster at Edenton.
He has served three consecutive terms,
and is recommended by all parties.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
CASHIER sTICKNEY,s MURDER.
One Man Only Now Suspected of the
Crime-Search for Him.

MILTON, n. H., April 1.-THE team
which was hired at Whitten's livery
stable, in Berwick, in which the rob-
bers OF the Great Falls National Bank
are supposed to have escaped, has been
found AT the Phoenix stables here where
it was Geft by a man who boarded train
at ten minutes past o'clock yesterday
afternoon. The team was identified at
Whitten's this morning. 1t was learned
that the man answering the description
of the one who left the team went to
North Conway, where he purchased a
ticket for Quebec.
The news caused a complete reversal
of the theory which the police had he'd
up to that time, that two men were in
volved in the affair, because Joseph II.
Kelly. a fellow well-known about the
town. hired the team in question from
Whittens stable at l o'clock yesterday,
and Joseph Kelly is believed to be the
man who left the team at the Phoenix
stable After leaving the team the man
boarded a train for North Conway. where
II was reported 10 Milton this morning
he purchased IA ticket for quebec.
Upon receiving this news officer Will
liam II. Rich. of Berwick. Deputy-Sherif
James II. Mcdaniel, OF Somersworth. and
Sheriff George w. Parker. of Dovy. at
once started in pursuit Of the fugitive.
and the Canadian officials were notified
TO be on the watch. At the same time.
the local police began tracing kelly's
movements during the day yesterday.
In this they were only partially success
full as about the only facts they could
learn was that Kelly hired team at
Whitten's stable at o'clock, saying he
was going fishing. on leaving the stable.
he drove in the direction opposite TO
that which he had designated in out
lining his proposed trip.
KELLY AN AMESBURYITE.
AMESBuRY, MASS. April n.-Joseph
II Kelly who Is wanted at Somersworth
ON suspicion of having been connected
with the murder of Cashier Stickney. OF
the Great Falls National Bank. Is ma
tive OF Amesbury He is "a years Of ace.
and is well-known TO the police records
of this place. although his parents are
estimable people. He was arrested on
September IS 1892. on two counts. for
breaking and entering, on which indict-
rnent he was found guilty and sentencei
TO the reformatory at Concord. His
father keeps a hotel at Salisbury Beach,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
SHOT THROUGH THE CHEEK.
Pacinf Carries "a Bullet Received
From Polls Pistol.

Quite serious shooting ARRAY took
place yesterday morning about 60
o'clock. in the store OF S. Poll. No. 1873
cas-. Franklin street.
Poll has recently purchased the store
and desired 10 dispense with the SER
vices OF Vincenso Pacini. former en-
poyee, and told him that he must get
out. This Pacini declined to do, and His
disposition is such. Poll says. that ne is
afraid OF him. and he slept on the store
floor. while the clerk slept above. This
much enraged him and when he went
into the store yesterday morning they
lad some words-angry ones--and unon
PacinPs approaching him. Poll fired The
bullet entered the left cheek and
ranging backward lodged In the right
jaw: Poll was arrested and I'm short
while was taken TO the Police Court
where the case wass continued to the
22d TO give time for summoning OF Wit
Lesses.
Bail was asked but was refused. and
the case was Immediately carried to-
Hastings Court. where a motion was
made before Judge Minor. sitting for
Judge Witt, who Is out OF tho city. to
grant bail. DR.. Charles Labenberg, who
was called to attend the wounded man.
stated that he was in no immediate dam
ger On this statement. Judge Minor
granted bail In the sum OF $1,000. with
Mr.. V. Donati as bonisman.
Pacini was carried 10 the Virginia Hos-
pital, where to-day the bail win be re-
moved.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
TO SUCCEED CAPTAIN EPPs.
A Strong Fight Milking for the ser-
Seancy-The Appointing Power.


The contest for the city sergeancy
PROMISES to be an exceedingly interest
Ing one. The office Is said to be worth
somewhere in the neishborhood OK
$1,000 per year. and naturally there Is
scramble for II, and no lack OF candi-
dates. There seems TO be some question
as to who has the power of appointing
CAPTAIN Epps's successor. This power
was formerly invested In the Judge OF
the Hastings Court, the Sergeant being
an officer OF that court, but the impress
sion obtains that the last Legislature,
By special enactment, took that power
from him and vested II In the Council.
Colonel John Bell Bigger, the Clerk OF
the House Of Delegates and Keeper of
the Rolls. made hasty search for the
law making thls change. yesterday, but
was unable to find II. The cty's charter
makes no provision for filling the Office
in case of vacancy occurring.
Notwithstanding this. the candidates
are all well satisfied that the appointing
power lies with the Council, and the
members Of that body are being be-
seiged with applications for their vote.
As was published in the Dispatch yes
tsrday morning, those most prominent
mentioned for the office are Messrs.
Writ T.. Taylor, Claiborne Epps. N.
Strother Ferneyhough, John II. Epps.
and John j. Crutchfeld.
Mr.. Taylor is a well-known Democrat.
having been an active worker in tho
campaigns in this city in recent years.
Mr.. Claiborne Epps is son OF the de-
ceased Sergeant. and now holds the po-
sition Of Deputy Sergeant. Mr. John
f.. Epps was a candidate for the ser
geancy at the last election. having been
defeated therefor by Captain Charles II.
Epps. the deceased. Mr.. Ferneyhough
is the chief deputy under the present adj
ministration, and Mr.. Crutchfed is the
popular Police Justice.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
THE CIvIL-sERvICE LAW.
GrosvcnOr Proposes to Make CIeve-
land AppOintees Pass Examinations

WASHINGTON, April T.-Representa-
tive Grosvenor, of Ohio, who made
vigorous attack upon the civil-service
law in the last Congress. to-day intro
duced a bill to widen the scope of the
ciyil-service act. The bill declares that
the civil-service act shall not be con-
strued to embrace any of the employees
in the Government Printing Office and
the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
nor any persons employed merely as
workmen or laborers, nor construed TO
allow the appointment to office or promo
ton in any classes of the civil-servce
covered by the act of any person who
has not passed a competitive examina-
ton, or is shown to be exempted from
such an examination. and all appoint
meats since March, 1898, without COM
pettive examination, unless such APP
pointees are specially exempted, are de-
clared. illegal. and contrary to the in
tent and spirit of the act.
The bill proposes that all persons who
have been employed or appointed in the
classified service since March 4, 1895,
without examination, shall appear before
the Civil Service Commission for ex-
animation within ninety days the ex-
aminations not TO give them preference
over other citizens who are qualified to
enter the service.
The bill would compel all those now
in offices over which President Cleveland
extended the shelter OF the civil-seryice
act to pass examinations.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
gate of the little tomb was at once

gate OF the little tomb was at once
opened. and the undcrtakers men be-
gan work.
The cover OF the steel case which had
held the casket was removed last Tues
day. This cover had been held in place
by several scores Of rivets and a. great
deal Of time was required to remove
II. The first work to-day was to re-
move the lid OF the cedar box. There
were four wreaths and a sheaf OF wheat
on this lid. There they had been for
nearly twelve years. but they were In a
remarkable good state of preservation.
Directly on top OF the casket and in
side the lead casing was a neatly plant
ed wreath Of oak leaves. Colonel Grant.
who was in the outer enclosure, had
asked for this several times, and when
Il was reached IL was lifted out care
fully and wrapped up. Colonel Grant ex-
plaiaed that his daughter Julia, then a
little girl. had made the wreath her
self at Mount McGrogor. AS soon as the
casket had been lifted out the cedar box
was carried over TO the mausoeum.
The casket was placed in the sarco-
phagus at once. without any further cere-
monial The lead casing was sealed. and
then the massive cover of the porphyry
sarcophagus was lowered into place by
the use Of a derrick.
Henry Holden Scheen, of the Lee
Rifles Of Virginia. called on General
Dodge tonight, and stated that besides
the Rifles. Virginia would be represented
at the dedication of the Snonument by
the Richmond Light Infantry Blues.
Major Sol Cutchins. one of the oldest
Organizations I'm the country, having
been organized in 1893. and by two COL
ored battalions. The Blues will leave
Richmond Saturday night. and will ar
rive here Sunday morning. His health
permitting, Governor O'Ferrall. Of Vir-
ginia, will come under escort Of the Blues.
General-Marshal Dodge to-day sent a
special invitation to Colonel John s.
Mosby, requesting him to serve on the
grand-marshaPs staff
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
THE DINGLEY TARIFF BILL.
Republican Wariness with Respect
to It-Forcign Protests.

WASHINGTON, April lit is proba-
BILE that the tariff bill will be considered
by the Republican caucus before it Is sub
mitted TO the Democratic members of the
Finance Committee. This course was not
pursued when the Mckinley bill was con-
sdered but the Democrats adopted this
plan when the Wilson bill was in Commit
tee on Finance. The necessity for caucus
action on the Dingley bill is because Of
the narrow margin of votes which the
Republicans have to pass the bill. with
perhaps no actual certainty now that the
bill can pass the Senate. The demands
made by individual and groups of sena-
tors for certain rates has made the Re
publican members of the committee feel
that the only way united action by Re
publicans Is TO be obtained IS through
caucus endorsement OF the bill as the
Republican members present ii. The pres
ent intention of the committee is TO have
the bill reported 10 the Senate by the
first of May, although it may go around
that date.
Great Britain Is conspicuous for the
absence Of protests which have been made
against the tariff bill. The ambassadors
OF Germany. France and Italy. as well
as some other ministers OF foreign coun-
tries have made protests against various
features Of the bill which affect their
products. but none have been received
from the British Ambassador.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
THE DEEP-RUN CLUB RACES.
Exciting Events Expected Mt the
Spring Meeting Next Saturday.

The Deep Run Hunt Club will hold
their spring race meeting at Chantilly
next Saturday, April oath. Special In
terest is being taken in the race for a
purse of 500, given by the members OF
the Commonwealth Club and known as
the Commonwealth stakes. which will be
paid in gold on the track. Several en-
tries have been made. and it is expected
that several horses will come from Char
lottesviGle and other distant points.
The events are:
First ce-Steeplechase-For the Deep
Run Hunt Club Challenge Cup, open only
to horses owned and ridden by members
Of the club. To carry 100 pounds, over
n course of about three miles. LIST, Chal-
lenge Cup; "a. plate, value SIS.
Second race-steeplechase open TO all
horses. gentlemen riders. to carry $50
pounds; about three miles; four TO start.
If six start-first. plate, value 81; second,
olate. value, SIS. If only four start
first, plate, value $50; second, plate. value
s.
Third race-farmers' fiat race. for
horses owned by farmers and tenants
over whose lands the club rides; not to
be ridden by members Of any hunt club,
or professional riders. About half mile.
catch weights. First. saddle. value 81;
second. bride, value S; third. Birdie.
value 8. No entrance fee. Entries close
at post.
Fourth race-Steeplechase for weight
carrying hunters. open only 10 horses
owned and ridden by members of the
club; about three miles. to carry $50
pounds. four TO start-first, plate, value
S25; second, plate, value $40.
Fifth race-A special free for all stee-
plechase, for purse of 500. offered by
the Commonwealth Club, to be known
as 1.-THE Commonwealth Stakes; open 10
all horses. gentlemen riders. to carry $50
pounds; about three miles-frst, purse,
v;flue $3.50: second, $50.
Entries close on Friday, April 23d. at
/ =. NJ.
The Race Committee consists of Mr..
s. II. Handbook chairman. DR.. r. H..
Triton, Or. Charles L. Siegel, Mr.. George
*. Lee, and Mr.. J. ID. Blair.
The judges will be Mr.. +. w. Chris
ton. Mr.. Joseph Bryan. DR.. /. IL. White.
Starter, Mr.. Thomas n. Carter.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
ARE DOCTORS nov.
LARGE CLASS GRADUATES FROA
MEDICAL COLLEGE or VA.
COMMENCEMENT THURSDAY NIGHT.
Rabbi, Cniisch 10 Deliver the
Address, and the Public Exers
cises to he Followed by the
Alumni Banquet.

The commencement exercises OF the
Medical College, OF Virginia will take
place at the Academy OF Music next
Thursday evening at o'clock, when the
prizes Will be awarded and appointments
to the various hospitals announced. The
orator OF the occasion will be Rev. Ed.
ward ~ Calisch, ID. ID.
Immediately following the commences
ment exercises the annual banquet OF the
Alumni Association Will take place at
Sanger Hall.
The two special committees under whose
direction the exercises will be conducted,
are the Invitation Committee and the Re.
ception Committee. The former Is come
4osed as follows: David B. Drewry CHAIR
man, Virginia; c. Wilmington Keel. Sc
cretary, North Carolina; William j.
Knight, North Carolina: William A. Me-
Gowan, Virginia.; Benjamin w. Rawfes.
Virginia; James l.. Roles, West Vir-
ginia; Malcolm G.. Robinson. Virginia:
Thomas j. Simms, Virginia; Marvin =.
Skeen, North Carolina; Robert NJ. Talia-
ferro. Virginia: William r. Williams. Vir-
cludes: Robert b. Miller. chairman. North
Carolina; T. ID. Armistead. Virginia: j.
+. Bright, Virginia; J. II. Halligan. Viz
GINA; O. C. Kelly, Virginia; b. NJ RAN
dolph, Jr., Virginia; f. l. Ferry, Virginia;
H. b. Mahood Virginia; w. y. Mason
Virginia; j. +. Rasfand, Jr.. Virginia; s.
NJ. Stubs. Virginia.
LIST OF GRADUATES.
The graduating class was announced
last night at a largely attended meeting
of the students. held in the lecture-room
Of the college. The young doctors are;
McCabe Banks, Madison. Va.
Greer Baughman Richmond, Va
III. NJ. Banner, Aurora. ~ c.
Joseph C. Burks. Sherwood. Va.
ID. j. Drewry, Drewrysville, va.
A. b. Griner, Rural Retreat, Va
Charles NJ. Hazen, Bon Air. Va.
s. s. Hepburn, Jr, Oliver. va.
Joseph III. Hiden, Richmond, Va.
Charles w Keel. Brantsboro'. n. O..
w. j. knight, Virgins CROSSROADS
n. C.
w. f. 1ancy, Dudley, S. c.
w. A. McGowan. Richmond, Va
| =. st. l.. Moncure, Richmond, Va.
Dorsey L. Morris. Richmond, Va
J. b. Pearson Jr.. Fremont. n. Z.
Il. w. Rawles Suffolk Va.
M. G.. Robinson, Charlottesville. va.
James T.. Roles, Lilly Dale. w. Va
Thomas r. Rucker. Lynchburg. va.
Marvin p Skeen, Farmers, n. G..
w. w. Seward, Surry Courthouse, va.
Thomas j. Simms. Apple Grove. Va
r. NJ. Taliaferro, Sandridges. va.
f.. B. Tompkins, Natural Bridge. Va
p. f. Tucker, townsville, Va.
Francis w. Upshur. Richmond, Vas
| c. r. Wharton, Rufiin. n. c.
Thomas p. West, Bellevue. Va.
| r.. II. Whitehead, Blossom Hill. Va
r. Il. wilkinson, Richmond. Va.
| w. r.. Williams Poundng-Mill va.
| J. b. WoodvLle, Sweet Springs, w. va
/ Resolutions OF sincere regret at the
death of DR.. Shielh were adopted. $3.50
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
THE WAR IN CUBA.
Bnndnrens Seeking to Join Rodri-
gucz-situation at Bancs.

HABANA via KEY WEST, April H.
Quenten Bardareas, the insurgent leader.
few days ago passed with $50 men. in
the direction Of Sancti Spiritus, en- route
for the Trinidad district for the purpose
of joining the insurgent general Maya
Rodriguez. who is trying to come west
ward. and If possible, invade the pro-
vince QA Pinar del Rio.
The FORCES of General Calixto Garcia
continue TO hold the Port OF Banes. The
gunboats have not succeeded in effect
ing a landing OF troops. and they have
been unable 10 lombard the stronghold
Of the insurgents on the mountain heights.
1t has not been possible for them to eff
feet an entrance of the port OF Banes on
account Of the close. narrow entrance.
of zigzag shape and fashion. General
Linares. with Ieinforcem nts. is expected
TO reach the vicinity OF Banes soon. for
the purpose OF commencing an attack
bV land
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-04-18
GRANTS BODY REMOVED.
Virginia mt the Monument Dedica-
tion-Inyitati~n to Nosby.

NEW YORK. April 1.-THE body Of
General Grant was removed this after
noon from the temporary tomb which
has sheltered it for nearly twelve years,
TO the imposing mausoleum which Is
designed to be its permanent resting
place. There was no elaborate ceremo-
NAL. and beyond the attendance. OF a
guard of honor, the removal was ac-
complished without special incident. The
interest of the public in the event was
attested by the presence Of several thou
sand people. although the hour for the
removal had not been previously an
nounced
Colonel Frederick ID. Grant arrived at
tbe tomb at 2:35 o'clock, accompanied by
his son. Ulysses s. Grant. third. Direct
" in front OF the temporary tomb, sort
Of rough frame addition. a roofless in
closure had been constructed. and Colo
mel Grant and those directly Interested
In the event gathered there. The iron