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Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
congressmen Bound For CUBA.

Washington, March "A party Of
senators and members of the house
left Washington at 4 O'Clock yesterday
afternoon for a trip TO Cuba. The
party consists OF Senators Gallinger,
Thurston and Money, and Representa-
tives Amos J. Cummings and William
Alden Smith and their wives. Sena-
tor Thurston said before starting that
the trip was undertaken for the pur-
pose OF making a personal investiga-
tion into affairs in Cuba 1T is not
he said, ''in any sense an official tour
but it win naturally give US a better
opportunity for investigation than we
can possibly have from this distance
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

The Alumni of the Richmond Nsr-
NAL and High School will hold it's reg
ular quarterly meeting Monday even
ing, March d, 1898, at O'Clock, at the
Normal School.
Ali members are requested To be
present, business of Importance. Bring
dues. All graduates are invited to be
present and also join.
J. ANDREW BOWLER, Pres.
R. "a. THURsToN, Gen1 cec'y.
3-5-Q8-3t
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

THE LATE WM. nj. SINGERLY.
terday, however. his cigar was lighted.
and It is thought that the smoke
brought on the coughing spell, the Sc
verify of which ruptared vessel Of
the heart
Mr.. Singerly was 65 years old. He
was president of the Record Publish
ing company and also president Of the
Chestnut Street National bank and the
Chestnut Street Savings Fund and
Trust company, which recently failed
with such disastrous results to de-
positors. In 1894 he was the Demo-
cratic candidate for governor.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

Paris, Feb. 24.-The Zola trial is end
ed. The jury agreed days ahead on the
verdict, and Its unanimity was due to
threats. 1t stayed in the jury room
for a few minutes, and the sentence is
one year for M. Zola and one year and
four months for NJ. Perreux. Zola' 8
counsel has made an appeal against
the sentence, and pending decision he
is at liberty. NJ. Zola was charged with
accusing cabinet officials Of perjury in
connection with the sentence of Cap
tain Dreyfus to life Imprisonment foE
treason
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

The regular monthly meeting of the
agents Of the Woman's Corner Stone
Beneficial Association was held at
their office on last Tuesday evening A
fine paper, subject "Woman's Position
in the World" was read by Miss Lucy
Smith. The officers are Presiden' Miss
Martha Smith; Secretary, Mrs. Julia
l.. Hayes {; Treasurer, Mrs Alice Brown
Chaplain, Mrs. Mary Peters.
One of the Agents
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
Sunday Lentsn Services

For Colored People at st. Joseph's
Church, lst near jackson. Every sun
day night at 8 o'clock Rev. E <. Quade
will give a series Of sermons on inter
esting and important subjects to which
all colored people of Richmond are
cordially invited. Next Sundays sub
iect. "The folly Of Indifference to-
wards Religion" All are welcome and
seats free
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

seized With a violent NJ OF coughing.
and Immediately afterwards fell over
dead.
The physicians say they had fire.
quently cautioned Mr.. Singerly that
his heart was weak as a result OF ex-
cessive smoking, and OF late his Gus
tom was to take a dry smoke" Yes
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
Other papers copy.

a club of ladies and gentlemen, al
OF Richmond. Va, but now of Phiadel.
phia, Pa, paid flying trip TO the
Greater New York. this week. The
club consisted of Mrs Walser T Weav-
er. Mr.. and Mrs. Jones, Mr. Richard
A. Davis and sister, Misses Kaine, Lot
tie Brown, Minnie jackson. Lucinda
Vaughan, Mr.. William Smith, Benja-
min Lewis, and Willie Grimes When
they left the gay city the New Workers
all knew the Quaker City club had
been there.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
Farewell Services.

Farewell Sermon at Leigh Street M i.
f Church by Rev. ] II Brice, Sunday
March 9th, 1898. Services during the
day as follows: Sunday School Rally at
III O'Clock; Special sermon by Rev.
Gaines; Experience meeting and COM
munion at 3 O'Clock conducted by the
pastor 8 O'Clock Special sermon by the
pastor On Monday evening. pastor 5
banquet and speeches by prominent
pastors of the city. Committee on
Banquet, Mrs Maggie NJ. Bum, presi-
dent, Mrs. K. c. Eldridge. secretary.
j. H. BRIoE, Pastor,
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
-Rau NV p Gihhnna nast,

Rev. W. p. Gibbons. pastor of
.hount Carmel Baptist Church, Wash
ing, ID Q called on US. He was look
ing well. He accompanied the remains
of Mrs. Amanda Holmes, who died in
the capitol city.
Mrs. Elizabeth Ooghill, the wife
of Mr. Richard t. Cogbill. Jr., of Ches-
tertield County. Va, who has been
very sick for the past three weeks is
improving.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

Chicago, Feb. PA bus filed with
pleasure seekers was struck by a Grand
Trunk passenger train In the south
western part of the city Saturday
night Six OF the number were killed
outright and one died soon afterward.
None of the occupants Of the vehicle
escaped without injury, two being bad
ly hurt The victims of the disaster,
none over 20 years old, were on their
way to a surprise party.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
WILLIAM N. sTNGERLY DEAD.

rrosidsnc OF PhiIsdsJphiA's Failed
Bank Expires Very Suddenly.
philadelphia, Feb. 2S.-Wflliam M.
eingerly died suddenly at his residence,
1901 Locust street. yesterday afternoon
Heart disease was the immediate cause
OF death. Mr.. Singerly had been suf-
fering for about ten days from a cold,
and had remained at home since last
Wednesday. although his indisposition
was In no way serious. While sitting
In -bia hadrQom EmokiRg.R cigar ha Was
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

mature and lowers himself in the esti
NATION of his fellow men when he ex
epresses the anxiety that it will turn
out that it was not an accident, bur
that it was treachery rather than an
accident Brave, generous men do moi
rwant to think so badly of their fellow
men. We don't want to believe that
that vas an act of treachery and dup
klicity we hope it will turn out other
wise. And we ought all to have this
Feeling that If it turns out to be acci-
dental. we should rejoice; If it turns
s out not to be accidental. we will not
Shear any more of North, South, East OF
sWest, no more of RepC blicans, demo
4crats or populists. We will hear only
Sol Americans
QUERY AS TO ANOTHER BATrLEsHIP.
The Pre- sident and the Secretary O
the Navy believe that it would be bQtl
Fitting ard patriotic for Congress Y
kauthOrize the building of a new war
sship, to be as good as it can be made
Sto be named Maine. but they also re
%gald wise the opinion O
kthe men In Congress who have studies
Nthis subject, that it viii be best to wal
Muntil full particular of the loss of tn
&Maine can be carefully studied befoI
&deciding whether it would be advisabl
Nto build anymore vessels of the battl
Hship type.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
The YIzoava at Havana.

Havana, March 2.-The Spanish
cruiser Vizcaya arrived or Moro Cas-
tie at o'clock last evening. after a
good voyage from New York She
was met by scores of steam launches
and gaily decorated yachts, with
bands, and as she steamed to her
moorings enthusiastic welcomes were
shouted from all the quays. which
were lined with thousands of people.
The streets and plazas were gay with
bunting, rockets were discharged. and
there was continuous cheering from
all the boats
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
A Grand Success.

The Lecture of Rev. W. II. White at
the Ebenezer Baptist Church last Mon
day night WAS a signal success. subject
=" " hich Way T" He was requested to
repeat it at some date in the near fu-
ture. He is the respected pastor of
Mount Carmel Baptist Church.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

PRINCE ALBERT OF BELGIUM
and good address. Like his uncle. the
king, he is fond Of sport. is a devotee
OF the bicycle. and, although studious
and enterprising, he is not so much
of a speculator as the monarch. Prince
Albert is popular in Belgium, and the
people seem satisfied that he will make
a good sovereign. His father the
Count OF Flanders, brother Of King
Leopold. some time ago renounced
heirship to the crown on account OF IL
haoffh
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
BELGIAN PRINCE cOMING.
Belgium's Future King Is to Tour tb
United Statcs.

united states.
Bremen, March 2--The steamer
Kaiser wilhelm der Gosse. sailing from
this port for New York. takes among
her passengers Prince Albert Of Bel
gium, nephew Of King Leopold, and
heir apparent to the throne. He is to
make an extensive tour of the United
States.
Prince Albert has recently reached
manhood. and is now a tall, soldiery
looking fellow. with pleasing features
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
CIVIL SERVICE.

Representative Pearson, N @ indig-
nantly resents the Imputation, made in
'some quarters, that the fl ht made by
.the republicans of the House 10 secure
modification Of the civil service Law
land rules. in which he has been con-
spicuous among the leaders, is a sham
land says he intends. il within his pow
fer, and he thinks il is, TO see that ev.
cry member OF the House is put on re.
.ooId on this question before the close
sOf the pre- sent session.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

Samuel H Dismoud, NJ. D., the most popular color
physician this city died Tuesday Marol at about o.
inthe oath year of his age He taken sick just three
steadily worse and after days illness DR.. r.
ones the physcion charge had in consultation the best
medical skill III this city consisting of Dr. George Ross DR.
Gcorqe Ben Johnson Dr. Matthews of Manchester and DIR
.Tompkins. Everything done to save him withou
avail.
He suffered the most excruciatng agony, but passed
peacefully away His funeral took place yesterday
.at the Ebenezer Baptist Church.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
FROM WASHINGTON
THE PRESIDENTS POS
ITION.
The Maine Explosion Not Ac
GENERALIZATION of the
Navy.

(From Our regular Correspondent
WAsHIN eroN, ID @, Feb 2S, 1898.
Few men occupying the position OF
Mckinley at this critical
time would be- able to Withstand the
emptation to do a little spread eagle
posing by catering in talk, at least, to
the unmistakable fighting sentiment OF
the country. Whether he has been
tempted to do so, I cannot say, but that
he has not done so is known TO ali the
world, and it reflects great credit upon
him as man and as an official and has
beyond a doubt, in creased the respect
felt for the United States by all civil.
.zad nations
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
RuM FoR rRE HEArHEN

One thing that has filed our hearts
aud minds with grief was TO see on the
same ship which carried the missiona-
ries also carried full cargo Of eighty
hogshesds Of Jamaica rum to teach
our brethren the surest and quickest
way te pardition. L remember in Au-
gust 1896 when left Cape Town for
America on board r. NJ. s. Scot, as she
was carrying in her hole $T2 600 90 in
gold for English share holders of De-
beer diamond fields. Now this thought
comes to me, How she was admired as
the one which brings good tidlngs 60
the shores of Europe; but the ones
shat sail for Africa. carry to the mil
lions of our brethren, horror, damna-
tion and degradation God help us TO
overcome this evil.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
FROM ABRIoA.
CAPE Town, SoUTH AFRICA,
January 70, 1898
To the PLANET.

To the PLANET,
We have the pleasure 10 inform the
Negro Baptist family and the public in
general that by God's grace, we have
arrived at our destination. that is, the
shores of Darkest Africa. In spite of
all the gales and heavy fog which
caused so much loss of life, God saved
US from q watars grave and the knowl-
edge Of His great love for US.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW.

Now what we wish to know is, have
the people given any money Tor the
Chapel. and if they gave. where IS the
money? 1t is certain that up To date,
not one dollar icr Chapel fund has been
received from the board at Louisville.
The Foreign Mission Board in Ameri-
ca. appointed local Advisory Board
here in Africa to assist me but they
have az yet had but little to do. Do
the Negro Baptists of America mean to
do Foreign Mission work, or are they
nsino the name of Christ as mere
prets xt for money getting2
CHARGE 1T TO THE PUBLISHING HOUSE.
There IL no man in or out of the .
8. A. who desires more than do to see
the success of Publishing House
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
TIE ROUSE.

The failure to secure unanimous con-
,sent for the House to take up the bill,
sslresdy passed by the Senate. provid-
ling FOR the enlistment of two addition
saly regiments of artillery, in order
that the government might properly
man the batteries of heavy guns which
I have been planed in connection with
our sea coast defenses, owing to DEM
focratic objections, speaks much louder
3 to Observant persons than dc
the war whOops which certain demo-
5crats have recently been indulging in
sThis temporary delay will not affect
the bill. which will be passed this weel
8 but it should serve as pointer for al
&intelligent persons.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
WILL REoEIvE JUSTICE.

am glad to know that some day,
some where Europe and America will
receive Justice. for the great sowing
that is being perpetrated upon nv peo-
pie in Africa o Africa dear Africa
they often pray for thee. and yet they
send to thy darkened shores ships la
dened with rum for thee, powder and
dynamite TO blow up thy sons.
Now, brethren, will you help US
will you help ls, lovers OF Christ and
humanity in this great work of Africa
redemption.
Sincerely yours,
JoHN TULE and Wife.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
JUDag aARLAN's OPINION.

Justice Harlan. OF tie United Stgtesl
Supreme Court made the following re-
ference to the loss Of the Maine, in a
lecture to the law students OF C0lum-.
bian University; 1t is idle for any
man to say he knows how that calami-
ty occurred, and any man believes his
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
THEMAlNE. TUE TOPIC

There is reason for the belief that
President Mckinley would have issued
an order materially modifying the clvi
service rules before this. had not his
a tentiOn been so folly taken up will
fmatters following upon the de LONE
sieiter and the destruction OF tht
Maine
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
rHR scRIPruRRs CITED .

III. Hebron, fellowship and believ-
ers are called into fellowship of Christ
OF Lord and not the fellowship of sin
ard death.
". Bezer, A fertilization. for He is
stronghold to all them that trust
Him Let us therefore tear down the
fortification of rum and erect a pillar
for the lion-lamb. Lion for majesty,
and lamb for humility.
V. Ramoth, High or exalted; for
him hath God exalted with His own
right hand. Let us exalt Christ to our
Deni GIFTED brethren, and abase Satan.
| VI. Gclan, Joy or exaltation. Fol-
in Him all the saints are justified and
shall glory 81.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
has PREACHED AGAINST 1T.

We have preached in various church
es in England and Scotland about this
awful curse which seems 20 be the mot
60 of christian nations in taking rum for
heir flags profit and business. instead
II God But / say. "Is there no hope,
no remedy for this brutal scheme OF
wealth seekers
Oh, yes thank Him for it and let us
build six cities of refuge, /. g.
/, Kedesh, signifies holy, and ouI
refuge is Holy Jesus.
IL. Shechem A shoulder; and the
Government is upon His shoulder; LET
as establish a Government for Christ
that shall destroy this cursed Gov
ernment Of Satan.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
No-ro-Bac FOR Fifty Cenrs.

Guaranteed tobacco habit cure, makes weaA
men strong, blood pure 100, w. ND ornsslS'e
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
ADMINISTRATORS MuM.

Not line officially Indicating what
the verdict OF the naval court OF inquiry
has been received by either the Presi-
sdent or Secretary Long, but that very
sfact has tended TO convince the public
That the investigation has already
shown the court that the explosion,
(which wrecked the Gaine was not ac-
ecidental and that it did not occur inside
1.-The vessel whether it has convinced
tthe President and Cabinet, their sc-
Stive preparations for war show better
than anything said for publication by
r lauv of rhann
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
REV JoRDAN's REcoMaENDATIoNs.

Rev L. G. Jordan went so far as to
have the churches in America observe
corner stone day. of which we IN Africa
knew nothing until after the day had
passed, and then a letter came COM
manding us to go up 60 the church-lOt
(here in Africa) and turn over shovel
of dirt, II we could do nothing more:
But. alas it was too late, the stated
day had passed before the letter reach
ed US and not as much as had been
given us with which to work nor even
unto this day has the board sent a SIN
gle cent with which to begin the Chap
al
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
JoHN TULE and Wife.
CAPE Town, soUTH AFRICA,
T...v- ~ TQOl

Editor of Planet
Please allow me space in your valua-
BILE paner to say a few words from
.Darkest Africa" Kew. John Tule
and wife arrived here the Sth inst, in
time To take part in the services Of the
day. Your humble servant had come
ia on the 9Th inst.
We found this work in a poor plight.
The people we're simply disgusted at
being deceived. They had been told
by Rev. l. q. Jordan in the Afro
American Mission Herald" that Self
Denial Days" were set apart for the
Cape Town Chapel, and that brick
cards for chapel funds were out, also
5th Sunday rallies were made IN the
interest OF our work, then proposition
was made that each church give $40,
and besides that GOO cein-mailers
were sent out Cover the U. 5 A.; and
to the surprise of the people here in
south Africa, The Herald" then pub
Iished the Cape Town Chapel in course
of erection
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

suscbribe to tae rLANEr AID stop
borrowing it.
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05
PREPARArIoN FOR WAX.

Preparations are for the purpose Ofl
putting the country in a condition To
Ihoid Spain to strict accountability IN
the verdict of the court shall be that
the Maine was blown up from the out
side, as nearly every body now expects
. that it will be Holding Spain re spon-
tsible is likely to cause war, al al
sthough not one waThke word has been
uttered, either by the President OF by
sanv men. Der of his cabinet, this cOun-
ztry is quite well prepared for war.
THE UNITED STATES NAVY.
Our Navy is equal to that Of Spain in
guns and armament. and as superior
to it in fighting qualities as an Ameri-
can is TO a Spaniard and the follow
ing remarks made by a War Depart
ment official will give some idea of ouI
coast defenses; From Portland Ne
Sto the sOuthernmCs5 point on the At.
lantic coast, big guns and mortar bat.
teries have been planted, and. in cas-.
tOf war, an invading force could net
land on Uncle Sans soil, without suff
rering severely. The Pacific coast na.
Snot been neglected by any means, ant
la hostile feet seeking an entrance to
Sharbor anywhere along that coast line
swOOld find violent opposition. One
good result Of the present critical time
.if it only amounts to a scare. is tha
Sthere viii be less opposition to approp
sriation for coast defenseS and for need
3Of the army and navy
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

loOSTIsnAD oS FOunrH pAOr-I
Richmond planet., 1898-03-05

ern white people are eco-operating witht
our brethren in running the Publish-i
ing Board. where is that Distinctives
Negro Publishing House OF which wei
have heard so much ? The doctor is a,
bad lawyer, he does his clients more'
harm than good. Instead of helping.
his friends, he condemns them. II
would like for the DOCTOR to give us.
some evidence of the disposition of the
so-called National Convention TO CO.
operate with the white people in doing.
Christian work This instance that he
cites is sueiciently ridiculous to makeI
evan cat smile -
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-01-13
AFTERNOON SESSION.

The board reconvened pursuant to
adjournment. All the members present:
State Attorney Dickson, and DR.. S.
G. Gibson were appointed members OF
the insanity board for the ensuing two
years.
A requistion was presented by Clerk
OF the Court Trnax for - names to
complete the jury list in his Office.
The board then proceed to make the
following apportionment to the several
townships as follows:
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-01-13

INCIDENTS in Ohio should sup
ply the necessary incentive-or
provocation-to inaugurate the
movement for an amendment of
the federal constitution providing
for the election of United States
senators by popular vote. Such
method is necessary in order to
ensure the election Of that candi-
dase whom the people wish to place
in that position. And until sena-
tors are elected by the people it is
not strictly logical to undertake to
endorse candidates for senator in q
state convention, for such endorse.
ment is designed to have the force
of a nomination. When candi-
dates nominated by convention
are at late time actually voted
for by the people, it is then within
the power of the people to ratify
their choice, and to realize to
themselves by their own suffrage
the choice they have made, through
their representatives, in delegate
convention. And there is the
same reason and as urgent reason
for giving the people the opportun-
ity to ratify their own nomination
IN the case of United States
senators as in the case of state
officers. Grand Forks Herald.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-01-13

THOMAS JEFFERSON defined the
democratic attitude toward Cuba
and Hawaii nearly hundred
years ago. 1T will be objected to
our receiving Cuba,'' wrote the
father Of democracy, "that no limit
can then be drawn to our future
acquisitions. Cuba can be defend
ed by us without a navy and this
develops the principle which ought
to limit our views. Nothing
should ever be accepted which
would require d navy to defend it. "
These words exactly fit the case of
both Cuba and Hawaii to-day.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-01-13
Notice tn Creditors.

In the matter of the estate of Hugh Mclean
late of the town OF Milton, county of Cavalier
state OF North Dakota, deceased:
=, All persons having claims against said Hugh
McLean deceased, are required to exhibit tho
same with the necessary vouchers to the under
signed duly appointed and qualified admins
traitor OF said estate, atJ. R. McLean's office in
the township of Osnahrock, county of Cavalier,
state Of North Dakota. and that four months
after the first publication of this notice has
been limited as the time for creditors to present
Dated the 24th day of December, 1897.
THOs. MAGICIAN,
Administrator of tho Estate of Hugh McI,c
Deceased.
j. R. MCLEAN,
r, Agent for Thos Mclean, Osnabrock, postoffice
Cavalier county, North Dakota.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-01-13

APPOINTMENTS for North Dakota
have not all been gathered in yet
but Ernie Kent it is said now
has his diyets firmly clutched on
the receivership Of the Fargo
land Office Then again it looks
as if it is not altogether unlikely
that Mrs. Ed. Patterson will Shave
to let go her hold on the Bismarck
post office.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-01-13

ALL holders of wolf bounty Ger.
tifcates are hereby notified to for
ward same to the Office of the
state auditor, for registration
They will be honored and paid in
their respective order, as soon as
funds accumulate in the state
treas ury to meet same. Be sure
and endorse them on the back be-
fore sen ding them to Bismarck.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-01-13

EVEN the most radical members
of the party opposed to Senator
Roach have only good words to
say for him. His work in con-
gress has been quiet and effective
and lie has made host OF friends
on all sides. The senator has
many we'll wisher in North Dakota
among whom he may count the
Forum. Fargo Forum.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-01-13
Notice to Creditors.

In the Matter of the Estate of Clara V. Truax,
late Of the City of Langdon, County of Cava-
lier; State of North Dakota, deceased:
All persons having claims against said Clara
" Truax, deceased, are required to exhibit tho
same with the necessary vouchers to the UNDER
signed duly appointed and qualified special ad-
City of Langdon, County of Cavalier, State OF
North Dakota, and that four months after the
first publication of this notice has been limited
as tile tilne Tor creditors to present and provo
Dated the 18th day of December, 1897.
JOHN E. TRUAX
=, Special administrator of tho Estate of Clara
" Truax, deceased.
(First Publication, January 9Th, 1881