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Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Washington. D. c., March 4-Wil-
liam Mckinley of Ohio, was to-day in
stalled as President of the United
States for the term OF four years, con-
tinuing until of the 4th of March, 1901,
and Grover Cleveland for the second
time passed from the exercise of the
high office of President, and re-enter-
ed private life. In his capacity as ex-
President he has but one living con-
temporary. his immediate prede-
cessOr, Benjamin Harrison. All the
9th ers who within the last thirty years
by election or succession have presided
over the destinies of the Great Ameri-
can Republic Lincoln, Johnson Grant
Hayes, Garfield, and Arthur-have
] joined the silent majority.
4 Incidental to the actual assuming oi
the eoffice Of President. and slightly
preceding it in point Of time, Garrei
A. Hobart, of New Jersey, "a gentle
man not heretofore prominent in ma
tional politics) took the oath of Office
as Vice President VI the United Slater
and was installed as ex-officio presid
ing officer of the Senate.
The rain of yesterday was followed
by a perfect March dAy-clear, cool
crisp, invigorating, with bright sun
shine and flee cy clouds to enliven tn
scene.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
MAGNO'S MESSAGE.
SUNDAY SERVICES Elk
CELLENT.
Shall Wayland Seminar
Come to Richmond
BIG MEETING AT THE EBENEzER
BAPTIST CHURCH.
Fire Again at Mr.. John emith's-Aftel
the Danoers-0thsr Briefs from the
Ward.

Last Sunday being the last day Of
February, was exceedingly chilly, not
outstanding the sun shone bright;
but our churches were well attende l..
At the Ebenezer Church, the pastor,
Rev. Richard Wells preached an in
structive and interesting sermon to a
large congregation. In his conclusive
remarks he male a stern appeal for
the support of education.
Rev. Graham filed his pulpit on last
Sunday morning and preached an ex-
cellent sermon to a large audience
Iu the afternoon he administered the
Lords Supper.
At the Moore Street Church, DR.
Corey preached at IL 80 to that con.
gregation. 1t was indeed a practical
discourse. AT 3 80 the pastor conduct.
communion services to large crowd
The other churches were equally al
we'll atte- ded.
shall Wayland Seminary come tt
Richmond ?'' is q question which ha
been agitated for some time. For th'
purpose of gathering the sentiments o
the people Of Richmond, meeting wa
held at the Ebenezer Baptist Church
At 8 o'clockthe main auditorium wa
filled to it's utmost capacity, while tn
galleries held a gOodly number. Rev
DIR. Binga of Manchester presided owe
the meeting. The first speaker on thi
occasion was General Morgan who CAV
, an interesting talk on the propose
plans. He was followed by several G
our divines who spoke in favor OF tn
removal. After the adoption of sever
al resolutions, this temporary bod
was made permanent. They then aC
jourred to meet on the 4th Tuesday Z
, the Fourth Baptist Church.
), Mr.. John G. Smith of Short Leig
Street was again attacked by fire 9
last sunday morning The rear po
tion of several OF his houses wei
much damaged. This is probably II
fourth or fifth time that fire has visi
ed his property.
h Easter is but few days of. and fro
y the preparations being made by Of
IS girls, the churches will be flower ga
b dens and seats Of fashion.
# There's a mighty row in Zion, Al
the ole saints done caught the your
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
MR. TURNER ARRESTED.
Indicted Upon a Serious Oharge-A Civil
Transaction Becomes Criminal One
"A 0olored Cook the AccuseT.

Quite q sensation was created Ey the
arrest OF Mr.. B. +. Turner. ex-real es-
tate agent upon two indictments of
grand larceny.
The case was never called in the Po-
lice Court, but was carried before the
grand jury direct, and an indictment
returned.
AS the officers served the same on
him at night, it wss too late for him to
secure bondmen and he had to await
the arrival Of the mornings sun.
The facts as alleged are these; 1t
seems that in 1898, Mrs. Rebecca Ran
dolph, . colored cook who resides at
sos East Leigh st., purchased . piece
of improved property through Mr..
Turner. The purchase price was
($1sOO) eighteen hundred dollars. She
paid ($60O) six hundred dollars cash
and gave = note for 1922 running
twelve months. She was to reduce It
at the rate $4,000 three hundred per
year, and the balance TO be renewed
from time to time.
She paid Mr.. Turner $500 te meet
the first payment. Instead Of
paying any on the principal, he only
paid the interest.
She then gave him $500 more
the second year, and again instead of
paying any on the principal, he only
paid the interest on the note and had
it renewed.
At the end of the third year, she dis
covered that he had not paid anything
on the principal and the holder of the
note, was threatening the sale CT the
property.
1t was then that she secured Colonel
George Wayne Anderson and secured
judgement against Mr.. Turner in the
Law and Equity Court for ($79s.85)
seven hundred and ninety-nine dol
lars and eighty-hve cents.
Finding that his affairs were in such
bad shape as to make il impossible
for her to make the money she put the
case in the hands Of Mr.. Minitree
Fowlkes who decided to proceed
against him criminally.
The facts were laid before the grand
jury and upon the two payments
which had been accounted for, two in
!, dictments for grand larceny Wer,
/ brought as before noted. Mr.. Turne,
was bailed in the sum Of $1,000.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
A Magnificent Place


Mr. William Isaac Johnson's new
building is nearing completion. The
inside Of it is a model of beauty. No
expense has been spared to make it q
model house OF its kind. Gas, water,
and electric lights are at hand. The
front is attractive as is the inside.
The halls are c0mmodious and well
ventilated and the ante-rooms are
suited for the purposes. The finish is
light-oak. The stable is in the base
ment and will accommodate easily a
hundred head of horses. His funeral
directors wagon, which has Just been
turned out of the factory is hand
some affair. He will run q strictly
first-class place at prices, so low as to
surprise all classes.
1t is highly probable that the floor
upstairs will be leased for hotel pur.
poses, and visitors can be readily &C.
commodated at this palatial hostelry
The arrangements have been made
with this idea in view. His facilitiei
for furnishing convSyances for balls
parties, wedding, societies, and sup
y pers will be unsurpassed,
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

christians a-dancin' on de sly. We are
informed that some of those young
christians who danced at those last
two suppers are to appear before the
church. We told you SO
1t is said that some OF those fellows
had to pawn their overcoats to pay for
their hacks the other night. Was that
so?
Things seemed to have been very
quiet on the hill last Sunday. We
were informed that most of the girls
were at church How religious
We learn that some of our dudes are
pawRing their overcoats for Easter
pants. Boys, remember March is not
gone yet.
A part Of the Orion Social Club went
, to Washington on last Wednesday
night Where were the rest
Say girls. where we're those fellows
on last Tuesday night ? We noticed
you to be alone coming from church
We are informed that some Of ou,
dramsters are anticipating reform 3
tion.
Well Sunny" we did not receiv
any valentines on this go-rouRd, bu
we had the pleasure of seeing quite
number received by other. How stoo'
the case with you ?
The military boys have decided t
take that trip to New York in April
and many of them have already begu
to purchase their food, (beans and pc
tatoes) for the occasion.
Honesty is the best policy" an
you can sea it when we tell you he foI
feited a $45 job for the pocketinR {
two chickens
JehosaplIatI you ought to have see
those boys cleaning up those beaver
for Washington.
1t seems that the matrimonial feV'
has struck this section, and many ha'
. and are catching it.
MA0No UNo.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
MR.. HILLS POSITION
THE TENNESSEE EXPO
SITION.
The COVOred Department.
DENIES THAT THE MANAGEMENT
Has BEEN SNUBBED.
A Spirited Reply to journalistic Criticism
The CO'Ored Department.
Aspirited Reply to Journalistic Criticism

NASHVILLE, Tenn =, Feb. %, '97
To the Editor of TIE RICHMOND PLAN
ET;
DRAH SIR:
Thinking you would de-
sire to know the real truth concerning
the Tennessee Centennial and especial
ly the Negro Department, take the
liberty of sending YOU few facts that
can easily be proven.
The finest building on the ground is
the Negro building. 1t is situated at
the most desirable place. The size is
$50 feet fronting Lake Watagua and
running back 100 feet. 1t has two
stories and roof garden, the only
building on the ground that has a ROOT
garden.
The actual cost of the building itself
is $4,000. We, the Negroes have moi
paid in the entire thing $500. EDclos
ed you will see a circular concerning
free transportation for exhibits.
Chief Hill was chairman OF the Chill
dren's Department under Mr.. j. =
Napier.
of "ill health and pressure Of busi
ness" and since his resignation, b
has publicly subscribed $75 90 to tn
Centennial Fund, and has declared Il
public speech that hewas Tor tn
Centennial.
Chief Hill and every one of his com
Rittee, and every one connected wit
his department have always bee
treated with the greatest courtesy b
the Director General and every othe
member connected with the manage
ment. Everything that Chief Hill he
asked for has been granted. de asl
ed that equal railroad accommod'
tion be granted his people. His II
quest was granted He asked that M
gro militia be re-organized in tn
state. That was also done, be serve
the Centennial purely from race To-
ing, patriotic standpoint, neith'
asking for or accepting any pay wha
ever.
The management pays all ofhis Off
ial expenses. In fact, the manag
ment has done everything that cou
be done for u.s. except make our g.
hibits for US. Surely we do not wal
that
Never before have we, the Negro
Of this country had such an opportun
ty to let the world see what we CT
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
Has Secured q Site.

Mr.. A. D. Price has decided to pur-
chase the property adjoining the Col
ored Young Mems Christian Associa-
tion, pa east Leigh street. Ithas a
frontage OF 81 feet on Leigh street
and depth of $50 feet. The purchase
price is ($4250) four Thousand, two
hundred and fifty dollars, and he will
begin the erection of handsome ware
house for his funeral directors sup
plies. with halls etc., complete. The
cost will probably exceed ten thous-
and dollars.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
PYTHIAN NOTES.

Richmond Lodge No. the oldest in
the city holds the membership of some
of the most influential Sir Knights in
this Jurisdiction. On Monday night
an interesting meeting was held at
their castle hall during which the
Grand chancellor, John Mitchell, Jr.,
and Grand Master at Arms Jessie
ScruRgs paid official visits.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Mount Erin Lodge. No. 1928 Of Full
ton. met on the End inst. at their hall
on Nicholson St. The meeting was
opened in ritualistic form, T. Campbell
Noble Grand, presiding. The meeting
was very interesting. The com mittee
on Lodge fixtures was called and
made al encouraging report which
was received.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Unity Lodge, No. "a held its meeting
Friday night, February 26th, A large
number of Sir Knights were present.
The rank of Page was conferred on
three applicants. Sir Knight Lieuten-
ant, ]. A. Smith and K. of R and s..
Thomas w. Mitchell. both of Planet
Lodge and Planet Division we're pres
ent.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
}. also send several marked cop

do. I also send several mark ed cop
les of Centennial literature
AS to G.. T. Robinson, if you knew
him as we do, you would treat his ut
terances as we do-with the utmost
contempt He writes what is not true
and he knows it. There is no white
nursery in the Negro building, nor
was there ever one intended to be.
There will positively be no liquor
sold in the Negro building.
MIR Robinson is actuated solely by a
spirit of revenge. He wanted and
even now wants to have charge of the
Military Department,-but thinks
some one else has been given the
place.
Chief Hill will gladly furnish you
any further information you may de.
sire.
Hoping that you will see this in itt
true light, and tell your many readers
! the true facts concerning this, oul
greatest opportunity.
l am sincerely yours,
H G. GANAwAY,
Chairman of Clubs, Publicity and Pro
motion.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Most Venerable Patriarch Charles
b. A Strother enjoys the distinction Of
being the only representative of In
vincible Lodge in the Richmond Patri-
archie. Brethren this should not be
as the greater portion of Invincible's
membership are young men OF great
ambition.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

One OF the wonders now among our
people is the promptness with which
the Endowment Claims OF this organi-
zation are being paid.
That $3.50 dries up many a tear and
heals many wounded hearts.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
The Meeting a Success

The meeting in the interest of the
Virginia Union University which was
held at the Ebenezer Baptist Church
Tuesday night, I'd instant was q sue.
cess. Rev. DIR. Mac. Vicar and Gen
Morgan spoke. Rev. Evans Payne
pledged his church for l$l50O) fifteeI
hundred dollars.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
His Ear Gone.

As a result Of fight in Dominici's
bar-room at the corner of 18th and
Franklin street Wednesday night,
March Sd, William A. Cochran is with
out an ear, it having been chewed of
by Fred Powell. All of the parties
concerned are white.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

We were pleased to hear from Jsrde
MIA Household Of Ruth. No 665 OF
Alexandria, Va. last week and were
more than pleased to see that they
were among the many who contribut-
ed toward the Lunenburg case.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
Out His Throat.

Joseph Brown and Elijah Branch
disagreed over piece of pie Tuesday
evening I'd instant. In the fracas
Branch cut Browns throat, the length
of the wound being five inches. All of
the parties are colOred.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Fulton Household OF kuth-Sister
P. Robertson is very sick. Sister Char
lotte Watkins is mueh better. Most
Noble Grand Mrs. H A. Scott desires
the members to visit them.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
Another Cutting Case.

Isaac Reed and Moses Page, all col
ored, had a row on Sunday morning,
28th ult Reed cut Page with razor
and at once left for parts unknown.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
Hon. Garret A. Hobart.
WcE-PREsDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.

hall, Bird st. This Patriarchie has
number of healthy lodges to draw
from and shoHld rank among any in
the Union. The young men of the G.
U o. OF o. F., should strive to reach
this, the topmost round in the ladder.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

lodges to have an excellent showing at
the Thanksgiving services in May.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Invincible Lodge, No. 2674, meets
Tuesday night at the Fishermen Hail,
2O6 West Broad st. TLis being the
meeting at which the quarterly ofh-
GERS are elected it is earnestly hoped
that the members will turn out early.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

We notice the name of the new lodge
is Fidelity. This name is making its
way into all Institutions. Brother
Thomas Matthews is Worshipful Mas
ter of this lodge.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Sir Knight J. w. Thompson OF Plan
ct Looge left for Washington, d. c., to
attend the Inauguration of Major VIII
liam Mckinley.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Mrs. Harriet e. Thompson of Sylvia
Court left for Washington, d. c., to
visit her brother, j. II. Dabney.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Brother Samuel Wyatt is sick at his
residence on State Street and IVA k,ba
glad to see his members and friends.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Sir Knight J. vt Perkins of Good
Hope Lodge, FIX Horn, West Va, was
in the city til is week.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Odd Fellows of this city are noted
for their gentlemanly demeanor in
public. ~...yrs"
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Virginia Lodge will meet Monday
night and members are requested to
turn out early.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Sir knight Leftwich o. Old Domin-
ion Lodge died Wednesday morning
from an attack of pneumonia.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

United Sons of the Morning. 1894
WAS instituted Dec. 20, 1865 at Peters
burg, Va. 1t meets on the 1st Tues
day night in each month. Value Of
property, 10000.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Samson Lodge is on the increase.
The members are requested to meet
Monday night at s O'Clock.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

r. II. Lancaster Lodge, 1870 of
Alexandria was instituted June s, 1868.
Meetings are held on second and
fourth Wednesdays, Odd Fellows hall,
Sc uth Columbus St. It has an excel
lent membership and 10 in good work
ing shape.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
MASONIC NOTES

Masonic mass meeting Monday night
22d instant, O'Clock. All masons are
cordially invited.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

The widows aud orph ans find in this
organization a true friend.
us EXCELSIOR
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06
ODD FELLOW NOTES.

Mr.. J. H. Twine visited Washington,
d. O., to attend the Inauguration of
Major William Mckinley.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Noah Lodge, 1867, was instituted
March 10, 1887, at Petersburg, Va. Its
meetings are held on the first, third
and fourth Friday nights. Value OF
property 10000.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Lodge. % has gone to Atlantic City,
New Jersey.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Mount Olivet Commandery, 2, meets
second Thursday night.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

We are glad to say our brother True
hardt is out agsin and attended his
meeting Monday night.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Carriers Commandery, 8. meets first
Friday night.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Wednesday night Friendship, 10
Brother sparks, Worshipful Master,
degrees. The candidate was very
much delighted.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

The famous old Social, 9, meets sec
ond and fourth Tuesday.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

The Past Grand Masters Council Of
this city meets Wednesday night at
Odd Fellows hall, Ord St. The mem
bers are requested to come out early.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Richmond Patriarchie, 8, meets on the
fourth Tuesday night at Odd Fellows
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

King Solomon, 27, meets first and
third Tuesday,
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Sir knight J. II. Brice of Unity
Lodge Who is pastor of the Leigh st.
Street NJ. E. Church left the city
this week for Annapolis, Md, to attend
the NJ. Z. Conference. He will GER
tainly return to Richmond as the
church and Unity Lodge cannot afford
to lose him.
The ladies of Old Dominion Court
do earnestly request Sylvia, Excel
sior and Pure Gold Courts to attend
the Bazaar given March 10, 16 and 18th
inst.
Sir Knights. you obligated to help
each other. Now is the time to show
up, by attending the Bazaar, Monday
Tuesday and Wednesday nights MArct
10, 16 and 18th.
1t has been rumored that Captain
James L Thompson will get the pin
Boys, defeat him.
NoMAD.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Planet Lodge held its regular busi-
ness meeting Monday night. The at
tendance was slim but those present
were very enthusiastic over the official
visit Of Grand Chancellor, John
Mitchell, Jr., and Grand Master-at-
Arms. jesse Scruggs- The Grand
Chancellor spoke in complimentary
terms of the several lodges and the
order in general. The encouraging
remarks OF. Major Scruggs we're very
interesting.
The rank of Esquire was conferred
on three Pages for Unity Lodge, "a
The rank of Knight was conferred on
William Rufus Massie for Planet
Lodge. Sir knights j. w. Robinson.
- johnson, j. T. Hunt, T. j. Black
we'll and James Allen Of Unity Lodge
were present.
Old Dominion Lodge was represent
ed in the persons Of Sir knights James
~. Thompson and Joshua Kinney.
Sylvia Court, I. o. Of Calanthe il
tion of its Let Anniversary which will
take place on the 1st Sunday in April
Old Dominion Court meets Monda.
evening.
Quite an appreciative audience at
tended the concert at the True Re
formers Hall last Monday night. Tn
proceeds were for the uniform fund Q
blooming Lily Division.
Old Dominion Lodge met Thursda
night February 25th.
Sir Charles @. Thompson of Plan,
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Master Mason don't forget mass
meeting. 22d inst,
CoRBIN.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Sylvia Court, 1. o. of Calanthe is
making arrangements for the celebra-
tion Of its Let anniversary which will
take place on the 1st Sunday in April
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Old Dominion Lodge met Thursday
night February 26th.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Old Dominion Court meets Monday
evening.
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

Sir Charles @. Thompson of Planet
Richmond planet., 1897-03-06

NASHVILLE, TENN e, Feb. %, '97
To the Editor OF TIE RICHMOND PLAN
ET;
DRAK SIR:
The Green Forest tribune., 1897-12-02
a8! 369S!!

T.,e new rearwill Soon Do here and we desire ,o close ugn our books tor 1895 witt tho e t,s3 of the year. consequently we ask all who now have accounta 6n our books to come in on O.: !ffore the first day oi January and settle the same either by cash or note. This call applies to every individual who owe us in any amount, so take this as a personal invitation to come iu and settle up.
 Respectfully,
 w. .R. SNEED < Co.
The Green Forest tribune., 1897-12-02
Resolutions of Respect.

Te the Worshipful Master, War. dens and BretherE of Green Forest Lodge No. 404 of F. X A. M.;
 We, your committee, beg leave to submit the following resolutions of respect:
 Whereas, we have learned with profound sorrow of the untimel y death of our beloved brother Hiram s. Shahan, near Cedarvale Kansas, on the Fl day of October A. D. 1897, and,
 Whereas, Brother Shahan was g continuous member ot our lodge though a resident ot Kansas; aud Whereas, he was a Jealous Mason, a good citizen, a loving and affectionate husband and father therefore, be It,
 Resolved, that we humbly bow to the will of the Most High, who has called our brother hence. Resolved that we deprecate the fact that we could not administer to his last wants or give him a Masonic burial.
 Resolved that we extend to his heartbroken family our most sin cere sympathy in this, their more than sad affliction, and present them with a copy of these resolu- tions. w. c. RUSSELL,
 w. A. BUTT,
 G, R. BLAs1NGAME,
 Com.
The Green Forest tribune., 1897-12-02
How to Prevent Pneumonia.

At this time of the year cold is very easily contracted, and if let run its course without the aid of some reliable cough medicine is liable to result in that dread disease pneumonia. We know of no better remedy to cure a cough or cold than Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, We have used it quite extensively and it has always given entire satistaction.--.O !, 1. T. Chief.
 This is the only remedy tbat is known to be certain preventa- tive of pneumonia. Among the many thousand who have used it fer colds and lagrippe we have never yet learned of single case having resulted in pneumonia. Persons who have weak lungs or have reasons to fear an attack Of pneumonia, should keep the reme- dy at hand. The 25 and 50 bottles for sale by J. E. Harpert. druggist
The Green Forest tribune., 1897-12-02

Corn seems to be rather plenti. ful on the ma, ket at 35c.
 B: F. Norris expects to leave for San Antona, Texas, next Sunday.
 Charles George and Geo. Hin ch- man, two ot Berryvillo's pro eminent society gentleman, were mixing with Green Forest friends Sunday and Monday.
 Thero is no need of little chil- dren beng tortured by scald head. eczema and skin eruptions. De- Wits Witch Hazel Salve gives instant relief and cures permanent- ly. J. E. Harbert.
 Some admirer of our popular townsman, John A. Buell., has sent him by express an elegant dog of some new variety. The animal has all the characteristics ct the ordinary canine, except his tall curIs so tight over his back that both hind legs are lifted off the ground.
 J. NJ. Thirswend of Gaosbeck, :, Tex says thatwhen he has a spell ot indigestion, and feels bad and sluggish he takes two of DeWitts Little Early Risers at night and he is all ight the next morning. Many thousands of others do the same thing. Do you'll. E. Harber,. :.