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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
MAGNO'S MESSAGE.
Sunday In Our Churches.
GREAT REVIVAL SUCCESS IN OUR
SECTION.
Big Funerals at the First Baptist Church
An Exclamation to the Public-News
From the Ward Boiled Down.

We we're forcibly reminded of the
sultry days OF summer on last Sunday
morning as we began on our DAVIS
journey Young and old could be seen
making their way to the sanctuary.
All OF the churches have opened their
doors for revival meetings. The FIRST
church commenced its meetings last
Sunday night and much success has
attended them.
On last Sunday morning, Rev. Geo.
Brown OF Boston preached fiery SER
mon at the Moore st. Baptist Church.
to large congregation.
The baptist Young Peoples Union
OF the Moore Street Baptiet Church
was represented at Salem by Mr.. JOS
eph Diggs this week
The communion services at the 9Th
Mount Zion and First Baptist Church
es were largely attended.
On last Sunday morning, Rev. w.
ii Stokes preached the funerals of two
Old saints of the First Baptist Church.
One OF them, Mrs. Anna Gray WAS
brought here on the Same morning
from Philadelphia, having been found
DEAD IN her bed few days previous.
The other was Mrs.-Cook of North
9th Street Rev. Stokes paid q glow
ing tribute to the deceased, after which
characters OF the deceased.
Lake Side Park has been opened and
no colored persons will be admitted ex-
cept drivers and nurses. Well, we have
never borne any charms for the place,
and will pass by as heretofore with no
anxiety TO enter.
We learn that our views of the Car
nival Company last week were not un-
derstood by s"me of our readers. We
asserted that we had few equals to
the Alexandria Carnival Company in
this section. This is an undeniable
fact, and we know there are many who
can bear testimony to the same. We
can produce their names.
'Sunnyside," was in the city last
week. be was on still. quiet hunt.
wonder what was his mission7 He
says the girls just want to see us once.
For what?
Young and old are bowing at the
anxious scat nightly, and converts are
numerous.
We surely appreciate seeing our peo-
pie being made TO rejoice IN tho Gad
OF their salvation but we do despise
the excitement created by our young
men (and girls, too) who hang around
various portions OF the church. Will
you stop?
Our section is now dressed in mourn
ing. The sworn gamblers and drunk
ards ale seeking other quarters, while
others are seeking reformation.
When Undert rtaker Johnson rolled
that corpse up the isle last Sunday, a
certain deacon remarked, "Umph they
will soon carry them to heaven by
| electricity.
| We are asked to state that the men,
bers Of the Athenian Club are request
ed to meet Sunday evening at sos ST.
Paul st.
We are glad to see that our girls have
been kept so busy that they have not
had time TO straighten their hair this
Spring but the old regulars still fol-
low the old practice.
Our young couples are not entering
the marriage circles very fast now, but
we learn that no time will be loss when
the revival cease.
MAaNo UNo.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
VOL XIV. NO. %.

lows: IT a party should contract
with the Commissioner Of Pensions to
furnish wood for the Pension Officr at
81 per cord, he would as justly be en-
titled TO be considered an officer of the
United States as y civil surgeon who
contracts with the Commissioner to
M ike examinations Of applicants for
pensi sns at 81 per head Speaking of
this matter an old official said: eth re
are many decisions on r. cords in the
Interior Department. that pension ex-
amining surgeons are not considered
federal officers. One OF these decis-
ions is interesting. as il applies.-tOta tasea
recently appointed referee at the PEN
sion Office. DIR. Raub. He was at one
time a pension examining surgeon aud
received an appointments as .postmas-
ter. He appealed 10 the Secretary of
the Interior for Information and was
informed that there was no violation
Of law in his becoming postmaster,
as an examining surgeon was not fed
erRl officer"
NEW NAME
In referring to the Senate the other
day as 'No Mans Land" Representa-
tive Cannon OF Illinois gave it name
that is likely to stick until the republi-
sans. or some other party get control
Of that body.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
FULTON NOTES.

Rev. Daniel James pastor of Rising
Mount Zion Baptist Church has q very
sick daughter.
Mr.. Thomas Spradley has reopen his
ice cream saloon and is ready to ac-
commodate the public with ano guam
tity OF ice cream. Call snd see him,
he has had long experience.
Last Sunday morning the exercises
of the school we're coneucted by Bro.
+. w, Williams of Richmond Theologi-
cal Seminary. At $3.50 m. Rev.
James administered the Lords Sup
per assisted by Revs. Horatio Harris
and p. O. Cords. At $3.50 p. m. Rev.
W. r. Williams. pastor of Fountain
Baptist Church, accompanied by his
madame and his noble choir. Their
presents was q great treat to Fulton.
They came to assist Rev. James in cell
ebrating the 18th anniversary of the
church, May 10, 1859 to May 10, 1897.
according to promise, Rev. Williams
preach q wonderful sermon to the en-
joyment of all present. His choir un-
der the the leadership of Brothet Wal
ter Woodbridge rendered excellent
music. The sisters deserved much
credit for their noble efforts TO make
things pleasant. On Tuesday night they
prepared every thing nice for the
preachers and deacons. Those present
| greatly enjoyed themselves with the
delicacies Of the season. Sisters you
did we'll. May the Lord bless your ef-
forts for good.
Exercises Of Mount Calvary Sunday
School was excellent. Superintendent
Sewell and Rev. Archer Ferguson feels
encouraged.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
JOB CURSES THEDAY OF HIS BIRrB
Isee the srd Chapler Of Job

ISee the srd Chapter of Job.1
oh, day of fates i'll was thy time
To bring me in this world.
As black as satan's banner. thou,
When from the night unfurled.
An angels form thee represent,
Thus TO enhance thy pain,
Personifisd. a mother. thou,
Thy children round the slain.
Ay, let thy storm and thunder roarl
Forever last thy night.
And vivid forked lighteRlngs fash,
Thy pleasaDtness to blight.
Let blacklist darkness seize that day I
Let no suns brightness shine,
And in it's mortal overthrow
Let heaven and earth combine.
Even God. who Sc mind is infinite,
And aye delights in grace,
Whose power can never measured be,
Is not confined to place,
Forget, IL possible He can
Forget that cursed day.
IN which my mother gave fond birth
To this ill-fated clay.
Let all sweet music cease its sound,
And the philomel song.
Be hushed amid the shady trees,
Where JOY hath dwelt so long
Let no mirth its fair dawning greet
Let every terror fly
No, let not even the twinkling stars
Look smiling from on high.
Grim Death seize with all its terrors
Girded round its waist)
That day, and let it shrek as il
BY tangled snakes embraced.
As for that night, let darkness seize
Upon it for even this,
Its native cloak shall prove its pail,
Blight it, and deem it bliss
Let other days discard IL. let
Then sw ar by all that's good,
That that day with their children had
In kinship never stood.
The mouths fly forth with bitter hate,
Foaming with dreadful ire,
Because twas charged that some OF
them
We're OF that night the sirs.
Ay, let the seconds of that year
Declare that night degraded,
A night that put TO shame her stars,
Which are forever faded
Tell not its story oh, ye windsl
Ye gentle zephers fanningl
Oh. moon tell not what thou didst see
When thou vast swiftly wanning.
o. NJ. STEWARD.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
FULTON NOTES.

The exercises Of the Rising Mount
Zion Baptist Church we're very good
on last Sunday morning. We were
pleased to greet Miss Rosa B. Hender-
son again
Atl1:30 O'Clock Rev. P O Cobbs
preached q very interesting sermon.
At 3 80 O'Clock, Rev. L. h D;cker-
son preached the fifty-fifth anniversa-
ey of the Grand United Order of Odd
Fellows at the Rising Mount Zion Bap-
tist Church. The Mount Erin Lod ge
and Fulton Household were out in
full and they presented a fine appear
ance. Miss Hester Scott, M. N G. fa-
vored the congregation with q melodi-
Gus solo. Miss Tossie Whiting read q
paper; subject, STANDING for the
right" Brothers w. s. Christian
William II. Willis, William L. Newton,
RI. Holmes, Rev. B. Higgins, Rev.
Daniel James and b W. Whiting took
part in the exc rcises.
Many took part in the covenant
meeting at the Mount Calvary Baptist
Church on last Sunday morning. The
meeting was good and all seemed to be
filled with the Holy Spirit.
At $50, Rev. Archer Ferguson ad
ministered the Lords Supper to a large
congregation Next sunday morning
at IL 80, there VII be meeting of ex-
preston and at 80 the administering
OF the Lords Supper at the Rising
Mount Zion Baptist Church.
All of the pastors and choirs ol
Richmond and Manchester are cordial.
ly invited to attend the twenty-eieht
anniversary of the Rising Mount Zior
Baptist Church, beginning next Sun
day night. May 9th at O'Clock; endinI
May l4th, Friday night. There will bt
sermons and addresses by differen
ministers each night except Saturda,
night. Rev. II r. Williams and ehoii
will lead off Sunday night at O'Clock
Rev. G. @. Coleman and others Mon
day night, Tuesday night, Revs. A. S
Thomas and Archer Ferguson an,
choir Wednesday night, Revs. Will
liam II. White and choir, Revs Jaco
Turner anil Nelson Brown. Thursda a
night, ReVs. Evans Payne and choir
L. H. Dickerson. II Harris. Frida
night, Revs. Percy Wallace, Tunsts
Banks, B Higgins, Y. d Lewis, B. d
and John Fauntleroy,
Mr. William Johnson while WORK in
discharging the cargo from one of tn
Glide Line Steamers on last Tuesda
fell and badly cut his nose. ResidenC
Main and oath SITS.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
Danced in Homer of Their First.

Last Friday night, the La France
Social Club, which is composed entire
ly OF young Misses celebrated their
first Anniversary with lovely dance.
The guest began to arrive As early as
O'Clock and by 10 D. m. all who had
been so fortunate as to receive an in
Vitation had arrived. They danced un-
der the strains of sweet music until
- 80, when the entire party marched
to the dining room where q light lLn-
cheon was served. Miss Elise Garter,
who presided over that body address,
ed the gathering with much ease aRd
becoming grace. Mr.. Jacob Johnson
was then introduced as president OF
the Allegros; and Mr.. Clifton Cabell,
president of the 10th Century Social
Clubs.
The tables upon which the lunch
was spread we're decorated with potted
plants and flowers.
Miss Carter deserves much credit
for her official duties during this fes-
tive occasion.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

cunningham, Sr., visited New York &c
witness the unveiling Of Grants tomb
While there, they were the guest of
Mr.. William A. Tazwell, who has IL
large buildings and 25 white and col
ored clerks under his control. The v
had a grand time while there. and
speak in complimentary terms of the
royal treatment.
We learn that the marriage of Miss
Motlie Gaines TO Mr.. H. A. Brookes
will take place May 10Th at the resi-
oence OF the bride, NewtOwn
MIR. George Bennett visite d our city
last week from New York. He we 9
looking we'll
The congregation of the First Ban
tlst Church was again highly enter
tanned on last Sabbath. At the morn
ing services Rev. II. Powell, of the
9th Baptist Church, Sydney, preached
an eloquent sermon. In the afternoon
Rev. ID. Webster Davis, of the Second
Baptist Church, preached an able SER
mon. The Reverend was seen at his
best. We delight in hearing this
young and talented divine. At night.
Rev. Nelson Brown. of the Mcunt
Olive Baptist Church, who does not
know any other shan to preach of the
unsearchable riches of Christ's king
dom, preached to very large audi
ence, which was more than pleased
With his sermon as well as with his
young choir, which discoursed some
elegant music.
Rev. Davis'choir sang excellent ,nus-
ic under the leadership of Mr.. &c.
EgRleston.
Since the Lord Is blessing us with
the conversion of souls, there are
members of the church who seem to
be as cod and Indifferent as an ice
berg. Won't you come and assist in
the work OF the Master?
While DR.. Binga was preparing for
his 25th Anniversary in securing able
divines to assist in preaching to his
congregation. his members, notw;th-
standing the desiie of those who would
wipe him from the face of the earth. IL
possible showing their love and zeal
Tor their beloved pastor. made him q
present OF fine suit of clothes.
Mrs. Virginia AImstead left the CITY
for New York to join her husband. Mr..
hiliiaro Armstesd, there future home
Thomas Hewlett, the infant son of
Mr.. and Mrs, Richard Hewlett. died
last Thursday in Swansboro. They
have our sympathy.
We have always admired Judge In
gram Tor his liberal ideas heretofore ::
but we are now of the opinion that he
is touched with negrophobia Why
not turn Wesley Mayo out Judge? He
has committed no crime Is il a fact
that the color of our skin convicts us?
One Mr.. Stewart. n clerk in the Office
OF Is. j. Walker, agent fer the South
ern Railway Company has absconded
with about 1900. or more OF the Com
pany's money. We predicted tBat ct
nrst. Stewart was very shrewd clerk.
but rather meddlesome. We don't
mean TO say or claim that all white
people are thieves. because this one
went crooked.
Bro ..
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

Rev. ID. Webster Davis is thoroughly
interested in the Bible class OF Satur-
day evenings Let no member lose
interest All are invited.
Chairman Paul Pollard with the as
sistance of other committeeman held
services at the Jail last Sunday at IL
o'clock
President Clifton Cabel conducted
the devotional meeting for the boys
last Sunday at our rooms here was
la ge attendance
The mems meeting last Sunday was
very impressive. One young man
stood up for prayer Subject: "Ont Il
Death comes Life" was very carefully
discussed by Revs. Brice. Carpenter
and brother Moore. A solo was rem
dered by Director @. q. Williams.
You are invited to the explanation
or the Sunday School Lesson to- day at
8 80 O'Clock.
IL o'clock Sunday meeting in the
Jail
Special meeting for boys Sunday at
4 O'Clock.
No man should miss the Mems meet
ing Sunday at 3 80 at the True Re-
formers Hall. Rev J. II Brice will
speak to men only. Subject: IAN ap-
peal TO men, Live above Suspicion -
Special music. Messrs Hopkins and
Halter of the Second Baptist Church
and MIR. John Mabrey OF the Moore st
Baptist Church Free to all men.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
A Letter Carrier HOnored

Mr. r. Bruce Evans, one OF Rich
mond's most popular letter-cArriers,
aud vice-president OF branch 496. Ma
tional Association of Letter-carriers
visited the recent unveiling i'm New
York and was accorded post of hon
or in the parade.
There were in line about 400 letter.
carriers in uniform, Who were sub-di-
vided and each division was under
command of station superintendent.
Mr.. Parsons, the National President
desiring to honor Richmond had Mr.
Evans TO assume the duties OF station
superintendent and command one of
the division He was also presented
with handsome souvenir by Mr.. Par
sons. Intact, he was received and
treated royalty by the n W York car
riers. and branch 496 appreciates the
honor most highly.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

Rev. 8. w. Bscote, b. D.. of Kansas
City, Mo-, pastor of the Second Bap-
tist Church OF that city called on us.
He gives encouraging report OF his
field During his two years pastorate,
he has raised SIS 900.
The elder is now president OF the
Alumni of the Richmond Theological
Seminary and was here in attendance
upon the anniversary exercises OF the
association and the institution re-
ferred to.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
The Eclipse Base Ball Club Has Re-or-
ganized


For the season with the following
Well-known players:
J. Milton Dabney, (captain) 1b.
John Morton, %
Thomas Jefferson, 3b.
Albert Jenkins, SIS
William IL. Harrison, f.
James II. Lee. s s and (.
Psgey Morris, T I.
Hiram Crutct field,
Moses Robinson, catchers.
Hick son Pile.
jefferson Price, pitchers,
James Z Robins m, 4
They are open for challenges from
all uniformed clubs of good standing
Address ali communications to T. II.
Jackson or q T. Robinson, 500 North
3Oth st.
hiram Crutchfield and Moses Robin
son who will do the catching are fine
back-stops. They are good hitters
and throw 10 the bases superbly.
Hickson and Jeffei son Price are
broi hers ard pitchers OF ability. They
have speed curves and the necessary
sand that go to make up good pitch
ers They are wizards in their line.
James e Robinson, our little right
fielder IS beauty. He is a daring
base runner and hits the ball for
keeps" Heis young at the business
but will certainly make his mark.
SKETCH OF THE PLAYFRs
J Milton Dabney who will play first
base is perhaps one OF the most ceie-
brated colored players in the United
States. He has played on clubs al
over the country, notably with the Gu.
ban Giants the most celebrated col
ored club of the country. He knows
the game from A to u and can be de-
pended upon at all times
John Morton who Will play second
base is well known player of ability
He is heavy hitter and fields his po
sition finely.
Thomas Jefferson who will play thirC
base is fair batter, fine fielder and
lightning tbrower. He can get then
over in a hurry, and the runner tha
beats him to first base " i'll have to hus
tie.
Albert Jenkins is an old campaigner
having played short stop for the cele
brated Manhattan Giants. He is a
lquick as fash and throws to the bas
es in fine style.
William 81. Harrison, our left field
. er, is very fast on his feet. He use
his head as well as his feet in playing
He is a heavy batsman.
J. H. Lee who will play center fiel
is ia a new position. as he formerl
played in the infield. He will do as h
! is a very quick player, taking advar
, tage of every point In the game.
Pagey Morris who will cavort in rigf
garden is heady player who will d
the DILL to the queens taste. He is
good batter and base-runner
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
State Guards Conduct.

The State Guard wishes to return
thanks to the white people of New
York City, who reside in Fifth Ave-
nue. and Thirty Fifth street. for their
kindness towards them on Tuesday
morning, April 9th, while they were
waiting to form in the line ofmarch
The State Guard waited in the cold
for hours, durinaAghich time their cor
duct was excellent. The white people
OF that neighborhood gave them hot
chocolate, sandwiches and beer while
they waited.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

All members of the Chrysanthemum
Club. under the Knights of Pyt thias are
requested TO meet Mon day evening. at
O'Clock. Also those who have re-
ceived invitation TO join would do we'll
by attending this mseting as they will
hear something for their benefit.
Miss JULIA ROBINSON, Pres
BkTFIs DoBsoN. Sect,
Mrs. T. w. MIToHRLL, Deputy.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
ooLoRBD TROOPS
Major Outshin's OOmpliments Their
shOwiDg-The Following UorTespon-
denOe Explains Itself.

Headquarters Richmond Light In
fantry Blues Batta ion,
RICHMOND, Va, April %, 1897
Major ]. b. johnson,
Commanding Let Battalion Inf.
Richmond, Va
Sirs
I beg to express my appreciation
OF the complimess. .endered by yo=s to
my command in yieldInk - us the
right OF the line on the occasion OF -
Grant Monument Inaugural Parade on
Tuesday last.
! congratulate you on the appear
ance, sOldierly besring and conduct Of
your command. They did themselves
great credit, and you have just cause
to be proud OF them.
Very respectfully,
Sol LUrcHINs,
Major
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
OOlOrsd Women to Meet.

The National Association of Colored
Women will hold it's annual meeting in
Nashville, Tennessee, beginning We'd
qesday, September 10Th and continu-
ing through the 18th, Each club con-
nected with the Association is expect
cd TO send at least one delegate.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

WALLACE--Departed this life,
Thursday April 29th, Mrs. Mary Wal
lace at her residence, 1918 st. John ST ,
in the 5Sth year of her age. She died
with hope in Jesus, and was a men,
ber OF the First Baptist Church for
many years. Her funeral took place
May 1st from Mount Carmel Baptist
Church. Rev. White Officiated. She
leaves five children, one step-daugh-
ter, and host OF friends to mourn
their loss.
Her Step-daughter,
MRS. l.. D.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

The showing made by the order on
the lst sunday IN May has been the
subject OF geneI al conversation 10y the
people OF both Richmond and Mamches
ter aud will doubtless do much good !.
Quite number Ofyoung men have
sisnifed their lneBtion 10 join since
witnessing the pSrads.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

The widows and orphans of the de-
ceased brethren are not regecred by
the 'odges. A quarterly Onatiou Is
given 80 each widow and she is gener-
ally looked after by the brethren. This
IN is self has tendency to strength
en- the growth of the order.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15
For Sale.

A large phOnograph outfit (taikinR
machine) for church concerts can be
taught its manipulatiOns in one-half
hour Reasonable terms. Apply lby
letter or in person TO
ID. N. +. CAMPBELL, NJ D.,
22l West Leigh Street, Richmond.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

Mount Erin Lodge, Number 1928
will hold its quarterly meeting n xl
Tuesday night, May lSth. all member.
are hereby notified To attend We were
glad TO see b othsr X. Henderson Out
again Brother steven Watkins, who
bros his leg while work is improv.
ing.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

T w. Mitchell. John Il. Chiles, s S.
Gwaltney
DEPUTY GRAND cBAEoEl LoRs
Norfolk. r. f. Kindred;
Portsmouth. w II. Balentine;
Newport News, o II. Green;
Richmond. T. w. Mitchell;
Petersburg. jacob Coleman;
Manchester, Alexander Brooks;
Danvilie w. A. Millner;
Smithfield, jacob Wilkerson;
sPEcIRL BErVsss-------
Richmond. Isaiah Christian;
Danville. J.. W. Bolbrook.
A vote of thanks was rendered to the
citizens of Suffolk. the committee and
the daily papers OF Norfolk for cour
te sizes extt nded
The Uniform Rank of Tidewater
Section, embracing the Divisions OF
Norfolk, Portsmouth and Newport
News met with Acting Brigadier Gen.
erai john Mitchell, Jr, presiding for
the purpose of forming a Battalion and
selecting a Major. Major NJ. ID Meek
ius, of the Brigadier-GeneraPs staff
was selecte d as Major.
On Wednesday night an entertain
ment was given at the Armory on
Bank st by Court. No 90, o. o. @.
A handsome quilt was to be given 90
the person holding the lucky number
The lucky number (100) was held By
Sir Thomas w Mitchell OF Planet
Lodge, Richmond, Va who bore the
trophy to the city of Seven Hills.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

The ladies OF Friendship Association
have rendered valuable aid To Friend
ship lodge. and we should not be sur
prised at any time to. learn that this
association has been turned over to a
Household VI Ruth.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

The Blooming Lily Lodge and Divi-
sion combined viii run an excursion TO
Hampton in August. Look out for
them They want, it under stood that
they will run in the day ..-
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

Planet Division, Number 8, left the
city Tuesday to attend the Grand
Lodge. They remained over to the
banquet which was held Tuesday night
and returned to the city much impress
ed with their trip Wednesday morning
The various division made an excel
lent showing in the parade.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-05-15

Sir Knights Thomas w. Mitchell,
Worthy Counsellor of Sylvia Court;
A. Smith, Worthy Protector; and T.
NJ. Crump attended the Grand Ledge,
Knights of Pythias in Suffolk.