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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
4 DIacksnakc Story.

Harry Lauman. a resident OF baltimore,
fdys special from Buona VISTA. Md,
who IS passing the summer In the blue
Ridge mountains near that place, while
out on cunning expedition after doves
came suddenly upon a large black snake
of he racer variety that was summing
itsclf upon the fallen trunk Or "a chestnut
tree. Hearing Kissing SOUND he look
I'd around and saw the reptile darting
its head toward him. lie raised his gun
and fred at 10. but missed, and the snake
sprang at him.
losing his presence Of mind Iauman
started to run. lie had not gone twenty
steps before his loot became entanEied
in brush and he foll 10 the ground. The
snake overlook him. and. twining itsaif
about bis body began 90 tighten rs folds
around him Shouting At the top OF
his voice. he attracted t1e attention Of
wood chopper near by who cahlc TO his
rercue aud dispatched The snake with u
club The snake was SIX feet seven
inches long
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
Entertainment in chesterfield.

CHESTER. VA. August special
The beautiful residence Of Mr.. G.. r..
Robertson. of this place was attraciively
and beautifully decorated last evening,
when Miss Sadye Robertson gave yell
low tea TO a few friends. As the guests
began 10 arrive the strain Of soft music
could be heard along the spacious halls.
Miss Mary Bernard Weeks. Of Petersburg.
rendered some Of the latest Italian vocal
songs. Her voice is OF rare culture and
beauty. She charmed an. as her grand
voice echoed and re-echoed through that
beautiful. grand. stately mansion.
At 1880 tea was announced and the
couples entered the spacious dining hail.
and a beautiful scene was presented.
After tea Miss MOsel Gregory intertain-
ed the party with beautiful selections OF
instrumental music. Among those who
were present were Misses Sadye Robert
son. of Chester: Annye May Robertson.
OF Chesterfield Court House. Mary Ber-
nard Weeks. one Of Petersburg's we'll
known society bellies; Gertrude Gregory
OF Richmond: Mosel Gregory, OF Man
chester, and Mabel Robertson, of Chester;
Messrs. ID. T. Cheatham and a. =. Digs,
Of Richmond: ID. G. Moody. Reigate. Va. 4;
j. A. Robertson Robert Thompson. Of
Chester and a. NJ Cheatham. Of Chester
field Court House. Miss Robertson was
assisted in receiving by Miss Mabel Rob
ertson.
Games were participated in until a late
hour.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

Mr.. Sidney r. Ellis company presented
the romantic play. Darkest Russia At
the Academy last night.
The play is 10y II. Grattan Donnelly. and
is rather heavy. and in some parts long
drawn out The interminahle inirigues
of Russian social and military life are
brought out. and well handled 10y the
splendid company o. versatile performers.
The performers eVnccd "a lack OF per
feet lining ana when they become more
familiar with their lines the play will be
a most enjoyable one.
The company that Mr. Ellis has gather
ed together is a fairly good one. with one
or two exceptions The best performance
will De James A. Bradv's company In
Humanity" next Tuesday matinee and
night
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

CHARLOTTESVILLE. VA, August H..
-Special.-Charles Cannady who was arr
rested I'm Amherst county not long since.
charged with bipamy and who has had a
hearing i'm the Amherst county court
will likely be brought to Charlottesville
and tried I'm the Corporation Court ns
the warrant charges tnat his second mar
rago took place in this city in June 1896
state Secretary l.. a. Coulter. Of The
Young Mems Christian Association. with
his family. is spending tho heated term IN
this section.
II is exceedingly dry and dusty hero;
rain needed badly. crops uarrhing nap, hot
days and cool nights. fine for sleeping.
city hotels and country resorts crowd
cd with guests from the hot cities.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

The shipping scenes along Richmond's
wharvos are unusually busy these days.
and the amount OF traffic done Is very
gratifying TO those who have the city's
commercial interests al heart
Among yesterdays arrivals az port were
The steamer Ariel. Captain Kelly with a
large crowd Of passengers and merchan-
disc from Norfolk. the steamer old Do
ininion. Capt. Brakeman, that had slipped
around the coast from New York laden
With merchandise and passengers the
steamer Goldsboro. Captain Swain. OF the
C.yds Company's handsome line OF ships,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
4 Meritnrious Picture.

painted "a picture of much interest and
merit. has put 1t on view at Craig's, in
BROAD street 1t Is entitled. "An Inter
val i'm Business" and represents two eX-
pert impostors. one with "a sign, Deaf
and Dumb" and the other. Of am Blind. -"
THE point brought out by the young artist
is. however. that when business is dull
the blind man is reading nueuuy from
Tit for Tat and the deaf and dumb man
is laughing uproariously. Tho expressions
and positions are very good.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

The state Republican Committee meet I'm
Iynchhufg az 500 o'clock this evening for
The purpose OF deciding The question Of
whether or not &c ls advisable 90 hold a
State convention and 90 nominate gu
beruatorlal ticket
A large gathering is expected. and be-
sides the committee of thirty. three from
each Congressional District there will be
many letcine Republicans from all over
the state.
among the committeeman as regards the
advisahlfy OF holding "a convention but
the masses appear almost unanimous for
one.
Among those who left here yesterday
Tor Lynchburg were Judge W1ddin, Col.
w. j.. WiCkham. General Edgar Allan.
&c. Morgan Treat and State Senator
Ilamaeam.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
W0ULD NorLIyE wIrHOUr HER.
Edwin Newlin Taken From an Officer and
Kiiled for Being kevenme spy.


WINSTON. \. c.. August 17.-Special-
4 letter received here to-day from Obids
Ashe county, says a young man named
Dock Miller shot ana killed himself a few
nights ago I'm the presence OF his sweet
heart because she refused to say she
would marry him.
Edward Newlin. q white man. was ar
rested Yesterday near Ferrum, Va,
charged with breaking into a spring house
and stealing butter. Last night a crowd
took him from the officer and shot him
dead. Newlin IS supposed 10 have been
giving aid TO revenue officers and IL Is
believed that moonshiners killed him.
Lee Sprinkle. Of Yadkin county. came
here to-day and got a maidstone and APP
piled IL 10 a wound on his arm inflicted
by rahid dog The mad animal first bit
a cow, then Sprinkle next a little daugh-
ter Of John Hun, Of East Bend. and fourth
a painter named Sousman. The dog was
afterwards killed.
IT is announced to-day that the South
ern railway will begin grading for the
extension Of the Mocksvile railroad TO
MOoresville on october lst.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
NORM cAROAINARArLRo4DLEAsE
The Hearing Again Po.tponed--The Growth
of Salisbury.

SALISBURY, \. G, August H.--Spe-
cial.-Quite an array Of counsel were here
to-day TO appear before Special Master
Craig by appointment OF the United States
Court Tor the further hearing OF the
charge OF fraud IN the matter OF the
State versus the Southern railway in the
ninety-nine year lease case
Because the States counsel were not
ready the further hearing was postponed
20 September eth proXimo.
Because OF the location Of the shops
here and other railroad Improvements
this county taxes the Southern railway
on S1i3,S15 Of property. and this city on
S672H Of property valuation. showing
what an immense benefit the location OF
the shops has been 20 this section.
Many buildings are being erected here
and the population is increasing rapidly.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
near Bon Air at which Summer board
nrs,, may find rcaf and cnm fort

near Bon Air at which Summer board
ers" may find rest and comfort.
Last Thursday night the resident and
visiting talent gave an excellent rcndi-
ton OF two bright catchy plays, after
which were served refreshments OF DIFF
ferent type. The object Of this enterprise
was to aid the Bethany Orphanage, and
both plays and feast was well patron
lied.
There was a notable gathering OF lovely
maids and handsome matrons, 10 say
nothing OF a large contingent OF the OPP
poslte sex.
In the caste were the Misses Talcott
Miss Gillian. Mr.. and Miss Adamson, the
Messrs. Hazen OF Bon Air. Mr.. and MISS
Call. Miss Nowlin OF Richmond, and Miss
Douthat of Virginia.
All won laurels and the girls won many
hearts.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
SLOTMICHINES MUST 90.
Banished by Ordinance From Roanoke.
The Republican Meeting,

ROANOKE VA. August 17.-Spccial.-
The city Council at an adjourned meet
ing tonight passed an ordinance repeal
ing the ordinance which permits the use
Of the nickle-in-the machines and All
other gambling devices allowed I'm the
city and furnishing all persons operating
said machines with fine of $50 for each
day they are operated.
The ordinance also provides for refund
ing the license tax paid on such machines.
General James \. walker. member OF
Congress from the Ninth District passed
through here to-day on his way 10 Lynch
burg 20 attend the meeting Os the Re
publican State Committee there to-mor-
row.
II seems 10 be the impression I'm this
section that "A state convention will DE
called by the committee and fun ticket
nominated with General Walker for Gov
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
cnntain .Iohnson for The House.

CHRISTTANSBURG. Va. August H.
special.-The Democrats Of Christiansburg
magisterial district to-day elected tho
non. A. 4. phlegar A. H. Evans. Hamil-
ton Collins and William Epperly as dele
rates to "A county convention which meets
m this place next saturday 10 nominate
n candidate for the House Of Delegates.
They are favorable 20 Captain John X.
The primary was the largest known for
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
MON o, the Louisa veterans will take

reunion OF the Louisa veterans will take
place.
Or. Rorrett who has looked out for the
arranrements in Louisa. has had a stand
built Tor the speakers. and everything else
has been seen to. so day OF enjoyment
is looked for.
The two Richmond camps, and their
a. SA N Tor Louisa. taking with them
the Cristofero Colombo Brass Band. the
TONY Miller String Band. and the drum
corps Of Pickett Camp
Louisa county Is proverbial for good
cheer and hospitality, so the veterans Will
be warmly welcomed, ana treated TO the
best In the land.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
Cnmmend Chairman lamb.

A meeting Of colored Republicans. head
ed by John Mitchell. was held last even
ing at CustalO's Hall, ana after much ula-
cussion. passed resolutions commanding
Mr.. william Lamb. Republican state
Chairman and condemning the action OF
certain promised appointees' TO the local
Federal Offices. for. as ~ was alleged,
"preferring croundlcss charges against
the state Chairman. (which. while false,
would not Justify his removal from Office
if they were true"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
CASTORTA.
TIE iis- n
tlr.aturs ~ UINZI sver7
az S<Gl(/X /CI<C<c<I yGiEret.
Rally Round the Flag.

The thirty-hrst annual encampment Of
the G. A. r. will be held August 2Sd. in
the City OF Buffalo.
President Mckinley. members Of the
errors OF various States and their staffs
will be present. and an enthusiastic re-
ception win be given the Veterans.
The u. and O. has been adopted as the
official route by the Departments OF Vir-
ginia and North Carolina
Tickets at one fare for the round trim
will be sold by the Baltimore and Ohio
railroad from all stations on It's line east
OF the Ohio river for all trains August
2ist. 22d and 23d. valid for return until
August 3lst.
For further information call on or ae-
dress Arthur G.. Lewis. 5. p. A. Baltlmore
and Ohio railroad. Norfolk. Va. Under
Atlantic Hotel.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

Custodian Of the Powhatan Club Nj.
r. 4. =. Dabney. has returned from Eaiu-
more. where ne went 70 see his SON, Writ
Dabney. who vas IN IN that city.
He enjoyed his extended trip 20 New
York and the various watering places on
route. and the only thing that married his
outing was the serious Illness of his son
i'm Baltimore.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

ST. Johns Lodge No. 80. attended the
funeral Of Brother James Jelfreys, about
five miles from Richmond. yester-
DAY morning and buried the body
with Masonic honors i'm Hollywood
cemetery He was the oldest mem
Der OF the Lodge Worshipful Broth
ers H. Os'erbind and j. III. Dick
crsOn ofliciatcd nj the grave. Rev. Mr..
Dennis. of Manchester. read the burial
service OF the Episcopal church at the
residence.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
nr Vllliucham 10 Lecture.

There will be a lecture by Rev. Or. r.
T. Willingham. at Bethlehem Baptist
church. on the Midlothian turnpike in
Chesterfield county, on Friday evening
next at $50 o'clock for the benefit OF the
church. DR. Wlllingham subject will
be "a Walk Around Jerusalem" and II
will be illustrated by curiOs obtained on
the lecturers visit 20 tho historic CITY.
After the lecture refreshments will be
served.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
Half Rates to 6. A, II. Encampment, Buf
faio, via Pennsylvauia Kaiiroad.

For National Encampmont OF G. 4. r.
at Buffalo August 23d 20 2sth, the Penn
sylvania railroad will sell round-trip
tickets from Washington al rate of Sli2o.
Tickets sold and good going August 2lst
10 ed, good returning August 2ith to 3lst.
BY depos:ing ticket with joint Agent at
Buffalo between August z'd and 27tn ex-
tension may he had 90 September 10Th.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
s5.oo-Excursions to the seashore-s5.OO

on Fridays and Saturdays during July
and August. tickets VIII be sold for II
A. ". and 12:45 F. ". trains from Wash
ington for Atlantic city. Cape May.
Ocean City, and Sea Isle City good to re-
turn to the following Tuesday az rate OF
s. Tickets 10 above points. with same
limit. will be sold for tie S:i5 A. VI. train
from Richmond on Saturdays at rate OF
$3.50. Atlantic City tickets goods via Del
aware Bridge route.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

PINEVILLE. Ark. August 17.-rhree
young men, believed TO be members OF
the Collier gang. robbed tho Bank OF
Pinoville to-day of all its currency, said
TO amount 20 about $500.
They forced the cashier to surrender
the money at the point OF revolver and
escaped.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
Thcv Want Mr. COOK.

A letter addressed TO President McKin-
ley is being circulated and extensively
signed by ex-Confederates heartily re-
commenting and endorsing Captain b. G..
Cook for tho Office Of Collector OF Gus
toms. This petition speaks in the highest
terms Of Captain Cook, who has won the
respect and esteem Of all parties.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
Saws He Was Assaulted.

Charles Johnson. negro. complained Of
being assaulted in the county yesterday
morning by Sylvanus Crockett who. IL
is said. is "a West Indian negro. Crockett
was arrested. but was later released on
bail.
Tho trial will come up before Squire
Thomas this morning.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
PRETTY NOME WEDDING.
Mr.. John j. Leaker and Mrs Laura A.
Jewctt Married Last Evening.


A pretty home wedding took place at
No. GA south Laurel street at Q o'clock
last evening. when Mr.. John j. Leaker.
and Mrs. Laura a. Jcwett were united by
the Rev r. J. Taylor pastor OF Laurel
street Methodist church.
The bride was hecominglv attired ins n
gown Of white organdie and carried car
nation Dinks
The attendants were Messrs. ". II.
Leaker. son OF the groom, and Walter
Gibbs.
After the ceremony a reception was held
al the house. attended by many friends
Of the happy couple.
Mr.. Leaker IS a successful merchant and
his bride is an exceedingly attractive and
popular young lady They will reside at
No. Gil south Laurel street
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
Mnlk.Orcr for Williams.

ORANGE VA. August l6.-Special.-
The primary election for the Democratic
nomi1 ltion f0r the Legislatu,e for or
ange county was a walk-Oger for Judge
William G.. Williams. his opponent hay-
inc retired from the contest.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

Low Rates to &. \. Il. Eneampment, Buff
falo. y. Y. via York River Line and u.
and %. Railroad.
TO those wishing TO attend the above
encampment at Buffalo. n. Y. the week
commencing with August 23d. the South
ern Railway will sell round-trip tickets
from Richmond TO Buffalo. y y. AZ a
rate OF sl3. tickets - be sold from Rich
mod for trains connecting with steamers
leaving West Point for Baltimore August
20th and I'D. good 10 return 10 August
3lst. An extension OF limit 20 Septem-
Der %. 1897. can be Obtained boy the deposit
OF tickets with joint agent IN Buffalo be-
tween August 23d and 9th, both dates in
elusive, upon payment OF y cents Vallda-
ton fee when doposiung tickets.
These route of these tickets Is via York
River Line to Baltimore and Baltimore
and Ohio route from there.
For further information apply 10 g. w.
Wcetburv. II. p A., Southern Railway,
go east Main street. Richmond. Va.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
INVITES BANKBRs' ASSOCIATION
Young Mems Business Association on Hand
for Next Years Convention.

Acting President Valentine last evening
sent tho following telegram TO Mr.. John
i. Branch. who is attending the conven-
ton Of the American Bankers Associa-
ton. at Detroit Mich:
.'Tbe Young Mems Business Association
of Richmond sends greetings. Would be
pleased 10 have your next convention IN
Richmond. Va. ,
"HENRY LEE VALENTINE,
Acting President"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18

Misses Eva and Alice Cartwright, Of
Newport News. are the guests or their
Aunt. Mrs. Davenport. Of North Twenty
second street Paramount. where they VIII
remain for several weeks, visiting friends
and relatives.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
Al Bonnv Bon Air.

BON AIR. Va. August H.-Special-
There are meny visitors here this season
and besides the well-kept hotel there are
several attractive private houses In ana
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
Confederate Veteran, At Loni,a.

Everything Is in readiness for the visit
OF Lee and George T.. Pickett CAMPS OF
Confederate Veterans 10 Louisa Camp. at
Louisa Court House. when the annual
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
INVITES THE 0DD FELLOWs.

Young Mems Business Association Wants
Next Session Here.
Acting President Valentine, OF the
Young Mems Business Association. last
night appointed the following committee
20 handle the matter Of invitation 10 the
Independent order Of Odd-Fellows:
Messrs. Jill Montague. chairman:
George NJ. West. X. r. Harrison, w. A..
Crenshaw. S. G. Christian. Thomas Whit
tct. and Joseph Wallerstcin.
The Odd-Fellows' Convention Will meet
in Springfield H.. on September 10th.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-18
CASTO7IA.
fie i;s- II
a' ~: !; ZzHz2zZx ! If; II
To Niagara Fails and Return sia Pennsy
vania Railroad,

Special train OF parlor cars and day
coaches will leave Washington at 1880 A.
VI. Thursday. August 18th. arriving Ma
CARA Falls 1850 +. NJ. Tickets sold for
return within ten days and valid for stop
off at Buffalo. Rochester and Watkins
Glen returning. Additional tours Septem-
Der 4th and 10th. Rate $40 from Washing
ton,
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1897-08-03
JOHN BROWNS LAST LETTER,
1t Was Written shortly Before His Exc
cution to an Ohio Friend.

1t Was Written shortly Before His Exc
cution to an Ohio Friend.
Lora T.. Case, of Hudson, O., lately
found among his correspondence a let;
ter from "Ossawatomie" John Brown,
who lived in Hudson in the early 4Os,
dated December 2, 1850, and which is be-
lieved to be the last letter he wrote be-
fore being hanged for the affair at Har-
per's Ferry. It is follows:
"Charlestown, Jefferson County, Va,
December 2, 1S59.-Lora Case, ESQ.,
My Dear Sir: Your most kind and cheer
ing letter of the 2Sth of November is re-
ceived. Such an outburst of warm
hearted sympathy, not only for myself,
bat also for those who have helped,
compels me to steal z moment from
those allowed me in which to prepare
for my last great change, to send you
q few words. Such feeling as you
manifest makes you shine Tin my esti-
mation) in the midst of this wicked and
perverse generation as light in the
world. and may you ever prove yourself
equal to the high estimate have placed
upon you. Pure and undefled religion
before God and the Father is, as I'M
derstand it, an active (not dormant)
principle. do not undertake to direct
any more in regard to my children. I
leave that work entirely to their ex-
cellent mother, from whom 1 have just
parted. send you my salutation with
my own hand. Remember me to all
your and my dear friends. Your friend,
~ JOHN BROWN"
st. Louis Republic. j.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1897-08-03
ON THE STAIR.

S -
tho the skies are dark and lowering.
And the tempest howls in wrath.
And the rains incessant pouring
Scatters puddles in my path. -
Yet see the sunshine breaking. .s..
And bid adieu to care
FOE the sweetest picture making.
Aabels standing on the stair. ..
Hail way down she runs to greet me.
Just emerging from the gloom,
F'0r shes always sure to meet me
Ere I've reached our cozy room,
AS my homeward way I'm vending,
She Is waiting, debonair,
TIL see, the darkness rending.
Mabel's figure on the stair.
Kisses warm and fond embraces
Are the dearest things of life,
And I'm sure the tabled Graces
Have combined to make my wife.
But with all her other beauties
She has formed a habit rare,
Adding to her list Of duties
Meeting me upon the stair.
When I end my earthly journeys
And am on the road for home,
Done with life and all its Journeys,
Destined nevermore to roam,
oh, St. Peter. hear q mortal,
Listen to my earnest prayer.
Place my Mabel at the portal,
Standing on the Golden Stair.
Ed L. Sabin. in Chicago Inter Ocean.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1897-08-03
yes, indeed; I shall tell him to-

Yes, indeed; I shall tell him to-
night" O.. =
"Then You may say that I am willing
to do anything I can in the matter" :
I'll tell him. It's very good and kind
OF you to offer to help; I don't know
now we can ever make it up to you."
Philip hesitated little before saving
that which would push him still farther
into the unexplored regions of duplic-
1ty; then he answered her.
You can pay me with your APPROVAL:
you can help me immeasurably-not bv
lifting me over the hard places, as YOU
did awhile ago, but by giving me credit
for the energy and pluck that ought
to have. Will you do that?"
Indeed WILL" There was no en-
barrassment in her manner now. and
no shadow of reserve in the honest blue
eyes that were lifted to his. 1--WE will
all help you; and believe with all nv
heart that you will win-I don't mean
Tor Mr.. Kilgrow alone, but for your
SELF
Thank you; that's enough until I
nave done something" he said, and
they went on down the mountain.
Ito BE Continued