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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
WILL ELECT A CAPTAIN TODAY.
Seven Candidates from Whom to
Choose Capt. Thomns's Successor.

The Board Of Police Commissioners
will meet in the Office of Chief Howard,
in the City Hall, at 4 o'clock this after
noon, to elect captain for the First
District, to succeed the late Captain W.
Lucian Thomas. There are seven can
didates I'm the field, and a corresponding
amount of interest is taken in the pro-
bable outcome OF the deliberations Of the
board. Four of the candidates are from
the First District, one each from the
Second and Third, and the other is the
clerk of the Chief of Police.
When the board elected Chief Howard
10 succeed Major Poe. a precedent was
established whereby the choice Of a sue
cessor to an officer, deceased or dis
charged, was no longer bound to the dis
trict in which the vacancy occurred. IL is
now believed i'm some quarters that
the board will return TO the old plan, and
elevate the next in line of promotion. II
this course is pursued. il will mean the
election of Sergeant Whitlock, who is the
senior captain in the First District.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
THE SWORD OF COL. MORGAN
Ii VIII he Presented TO the Confede-
rate Museum Monday Week

On Monday, the 18th instant Colonel
Morgan, of New York, will present to
the Confederate-M Memorial Society, for
the Confederate Museum, a sword that
was presented to him soon after the out
break Of the war by the distinguished
navigator, Commodore Maury.
The presentation will be exceedingly
interesting from a variety of circum-
stances that surround IT. The sword Is
one Of three that the Commodore got
while in England as samples for the
Confederate Government. Commodore
Maury gave two of the swords away and
kept the other, and Colonel Morgan wore
the one presented to him until the end
Of the war. Colonel Morgan, ii will BE-
remembered, was detailed with Mr.. Bur
ton Harrison, the private secretary of
President Davis, to escort Mrs Davis 10
a place Of safety upon the evacuation Of
Richmond.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
NINE CONFERENCE ENDS.
Its Purpose unRccOmpIished-No One
rntors notwithstanding Strike.

ALTOONA, PA. April 6.-The confer
ence or miners OF District No. came
70 an end to-day without having accom-
plished its purpose-the enforcement OF
the Chicago agreement. No operators
accepted the invitation TO attend. Reso-
buttons were adopted which, after disa-
Vowing any desire to act rashly upon a
question involving the coal trade OF
the eastern competitive field instructs
the district officers 10 perfect the Org
nization and continue negotiations for q
conference with the operators. ana fan
ing IN this 70 order all the men out.
from Tioga county, Pa, in the North
10 Tazewell, Va. in the South. when. In
their judgment, the organization has been
perfected and the condition OF trade war
rants IL.
II was further resolved that the miners
OF the Second District should remain al
work at present, although any locality
may strike TO remedy local grievances
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
Would Fight With Spain.

Captain Frank Cunningham, command
ant of the Walker Light Guard, issued
an invitation yesterday 10 all eligible
young men to attend the regular drill of
his company and enlist with a view 10
taking part i'm the hostlities. which the
Captain believes are imminent between
this country and Spain. Three candidates
presented themselves, and all were duly
enrolled. a sergeant of the company, VINO
had served his time, re-enlisted.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
The Ginter MausoIeum.

Work has so far progressed on the
mausoleum being erected at Hollywood
for the remains Of Major Lewis Gintel
that II is an object of interest TO all
visitors TO the cemetery. Operations have
been temporarily suspended pending the
receipt OF material The work is being
done by Messrs c. L. Taynton q Co.. OF
New York.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
Dr. Frye Appointed Resident Pbvs,-
CHM.

Or. Frye has been elected by the Board
OF Visitors OF the Soldiers Home 10 nm
me position Of resident physician. render
cd vacant by the resignation Of Or. Ee-
gleston
Dr. Frye filled the same position al the
institution some time ago. and was very
popular with the veterans. He Is "a years
oiu' ana mas very fine war record. Du-
ring the interval between DR.. Egslestop,s
resignation and DIR. Fryes appointment
Or. ii. c. Henry, a graduate OF the old
dominion Hospital, was acting surgeon.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
Major whites Successful Meetings.

The services being conducted here this
week by Major d. w. White the well
known evangelist are of an exceptionally
interesting character. His Bible readine
at the Young Mems Christian Associa-
ton yesterday afternoon was greatly en-
joyed by those who attended. His sub
ject this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock will De
the second coming of Christ. He will
preach at the First Baptist church to-
night
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
This Is DIR. HaIe's Lust Day.

Rev. Dr. Hale. of Birmingham, Ala.
who has been assisting DR.. Hatcher in a
successful revival at Grace-Street Bap-
fist Tabernacle. will probably conclude
his services there to-day, preaching at 4
and +. NJ. The meetings yesterday were
largely attended, and deep interest was
manifested. There We're eight additions
TO the church last night.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
Mrs bridget Hogan De,a

Mrs. Bridget Hogan. widow Of Mr.. John
Hogan died Yesterday morning at sl5 A.
NJ at her residence. No. 70l Church street
In the 9th year OF her age.
She leaves three sons and three dauRh.
ters-namely, Messrs. Il. j.. w. J.. and l.
II. Hogan; Mrs. c. w. Iohmann. Mrs. =.
Murphy and Miss NJ. Hogan
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
FINE HORSE BREAKS IT'S NECK.
Falls i'm Jumping n Hurdle and Is
Soon Dead.

The close Of the Deep-Run Hunt Clubs
midweek meet yesterday afternoon was
marked by an accident in which Mr.
Graham Hobson narrowly escaped injury.
while the fine horse ridden by him was
killed.
Mr.. Hobson was riding Dundee" a
splendid horse, that figured prominently
in the last races of the Hunt Club. When
the crowd returned from the chase which
was an interesting one the riders started
over the hurdles at the clubhouse. as is
their custom. Dundee, i'm jumping the
hurdle, failed to clear and fell heavily.
catching his head under him.
Mr.. Hobson was thrown violently. but
w.s not hurt The horse was gotten up
and to the stable nearby, but died in less
than a half hour
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
Stricken with Paralysis.

ASHLAND. VA, April g-(special1-
DIR. T. ]. Woodbridge. the Oldest prac.
tcing physician of Hanover was stricken
last night with paralysis at his home
near French Hays. His condition To-
night is somewhat improved
Bishop Whittie confirmed class OF six
Tonight at st. James Episcopal church.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
Feast of the Passover,

The Feast Of the Passover and I'm
leavened Bread began at sundown yes
terday, and was inaugurated with solemn
services in all the synagogues last night.
There will be services this morning and
the festival will last for eight days, its
close being marked next Tuesday and
Wednesday with special and impressive
services.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
The stove ExpIoded.

An alarm OF fire was sent I'm from Box
~ al 5:H yesterday afternoon. caused
by the explosion OF gasoline stove M
No. rs east Clay street, occupied nv NJ
A. j. OVERLY. There was no damage
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
CARTER COURT-MARTIAL.
General Craighill Testiaes stroncI,
for the Defence.

SAVANNAH. GA, April 6.-General
William z. Craighill formerly chief of
engineers. was on the stand to-day before
the Carter court martial. He said he
considered the Savannah harbor work one
Of the best pieces of engineering In this
or any other country. OF Captain Car
ter he said he considered him a man OF
unusual ability, Of great ambition and
devotion to his work and man IA
whom he had entire confidence in every
particular. He declined 70 answer any
Hypothetical questions.
Several other witnesses testified as 10
good results secured by Captain Carter
and as TO the satisfactory manner In
which the work was conducted.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
Appointed TO Major simon.,. s,.r

Private Richard c. Salisbury. of the
Richmond Howitzers, has been appointed
quartermaster-sergean on the stan OF
Major w. IL. SimOns.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
Norfolk Democratic Primaries.

NORFOLK, VA. April 6-(Special) ,
The Democratic City Committee to-night
decided 70 hold the primary Tor the nomi.
nation OF salaried officers April 18th and
for other officers April 2lst.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06

MUNICH, April 6.--An official bulletin
issued this evening on the condition of
the King of Bavaria says THE condi-
ton OF the King is not serious"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
0. Il. BERRY & co.
Main and Tenth Streets.
FOR STATE DEFENCE.
BILL TO HE OFFERED IN CONGRESS
no PAY $4,000 TO VIRGINIA.
IT VILE Be USED FOR WAR PURPOSES
Sum to he Asked, Represents That
Paid By Virginia for National De-
fence I'm 1872 Governor Tyler
Originated the Plan.

It is probable that there will be pre-
scented I'm Congress in a few days a bill
appropratng TO the state of Virginia a
sum amounting TO at least $l11OOo to be
used for war purposes.
Governor Tyler and a number Of promi-
nent men in various sections Of the State
are interesting themselves in the plan,
and are in correspondence with the Vir-
ginia Senators and Congressman regard
ing the details Of the bill, and urging its
Introduction.
The plan originated with Governor Ty-
Ter. and though ne has had time TO de-
vote but a few days thought 10 it, he
said last night he believed it was a wise
one. and very likely 10 be carried out.
AT the beginning of the war Of 1872"
ne said to a Dispatch reporter last night.
Virginia appropriated $llZO)) TOR the de-
fence Of the Union She was rich in those
days. and could well afford to eXpend
such sum for the national defence.
Some years after the war with England
ended a bill was introduced in Congress
providing for the reimbursement Of the
State, but it failed of passage. Similar
bills have been repeatedly offered, and
have as often died
MAY PAY VIRGINIA BACK.
"Now, il has occurred to me-" contin-
ued the Governor. that instead Of the
States appropriating a hundred thou
sand or two hundred thousand dollars.
Tor the organization and equipment of the
troops she would be asked 10 furnish the
United States i'm the event of war. il is
best TO ask Congress 10 bear this eX-
pense by paying a just debt. ! have in
Ierested several well-known Virginians in
the matter, as well as our congressman,
and we feel assured that the bin will
be offered in few days.
The amount cannot be stated now;
whether the bin Will call for am appro-
priation of only the original $ll10)r APP
proprlated. or whether interest Will be
added. has not been decided. 1 think
there is the very best of reason for be-
lieving that the bill will pass"
The Governor has mentioned the matter
10 but few, and all have commended his
plan. 1t is realized that IL will be abso-
lutely necessary for the State 20 cXpend
a large sum in raising her troops in the
event OF war, and those familiar with
the lgld economy now being practccd in
order to meet present demands on the
state Treasury. and in anticipation OF
these being Increased ia 1901. know that
ST Will be "a difficult matter To defrdy the
cost OF raising troops and at the same
lime avoid defaulting in former obliga-
lions
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
omers 10 Raise "A Company.

Governor Tyler received yesterday an
other offer 20 raise and equip military
company 90 be used in the event Of war
with Spain. y gentleman from the Val
lev who would not allow either his name
or his county 10 be made public, offers TO
raise and equip az his own expense a
company OF 100 men. He says ne does
not desire 10 do so except in case OF war,
and Governor Tyler says that should
war be declared he will certainly be al
lowed 10 raise his company. The Cow
ornor seemed greatly struck with the
patriotic generosity Of the gentleman's
offer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06
The appointment of Officers.


how Office, of military organizations will
be selected i'm the event Of the State
raising troops for the national defence.
The following paragraph. from an act
passed By the convention immediately
after the adoption of the ordinance of
secession in April. 1861, makes the matter
clear;
"che acknowledgements and field officers
Of the provisional army shall be appointed
by the Governor by and with the advice
and consent Of the convention and the
captains and lieutenants shall be an
pointed by the Governor by and with the
edvice and consent OF his advisory coun-
Gil. and the Governor shall commission
the same. But in the recess Of the con-
VenUon. Che Governor may appoint the
general and field officers by and with the
advice and consent Of his advisory coun-
ell II the said officers cannot be sooner
appointed. But the appointment OF such
officers shall be subject to ratification or
rejection by the convention at It's adj
Journed session. and their COMMISSIONS
shall expire upon the adjournment Of the
convention. unless confirmed"
A Naval Division Being Formed.
An effort Is being made 10 form q
naval division In this city. with. everv
prospect OF success. Sergeants III ana
G.. Y Johnson. OF Company y. Firs, Pc
iment. are the prime-moyers i'm the under
taking. end they have already seemed
the names OF more than fifty volunteers
A. soon a. sizty-iiye names are euh-
scribcd 70 tho roll Governor Tvle, I'm
be asked Tor permission 10 form tho 49,
sanlzaton' II Is expected that the limit
WI De reached within day or two
10 men are being allowed 10 sign who
fre already enlisted in any Of the mil
ts's organizations OF the city. ana tha
pIpJfc, Is meeting with the hearty co
'S"'lon OF the officers OF the regiment
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-06

A close personal friend of General Lee
received letter from him yesterday. in
which the Consul-General stated that he
would stop at Habana until the clouds
fall, or until / am recalled by the United
states Government" For the present. he
says, he is going right along, keeping I'm
the middle Of the road" The last phrase
VIII strike Familiarity on the ears of Cen
cral Lees friends here. who viii remem
Der the refrain OF a song that he used
frequently to sing during his term as Cow
ernor OF this State
Mrs. Lee received a cablegram from her
husband yesterday couched in reassuring
terms.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-11-24
THURSDAY. 49,. November 81, 1898
THeY MUST NOT Be FORGOT ZEN.

For four years, under Fusion rule. the
spirit toward the ex-Confederate soldier
has been one of contempt and neglect.
The idea that young men must be re-
cognized" because they are more active
got possession of the dominant party, and
service in the Southern army, except i'll
a few instances, was a barrier to pro-
motion. This spirit found such favor
that an Confederate who had long
been employed in the Wake county work
house was kicked out and prominent
Fusionst did not hesitate to declare that
"the Confederate soldier has played out"
The Democratic leaders denounced such
action and pointed to its record of kind
ness and justice to the old soldier who
responded to the call of his country. The
people Numbered their Indignation
against the spirit of hostility that made
the old soldier feel that he was an alien
i'm the State he had defended in its hour
of sorest need. November Sth, changed
all this and now the SCARED veteran feels
that he is once more in the home of
his fathers.
In Wake county a brave one armed sol
der was chosen Register of Deeds, gal
liant soldier was elected sheriff, and 9th
ers were elevated to official position. In
other counties, they We're elevated along
with young men. The Legislature soon
to assemble will have in it's gift several
: positions which old soldiers. can fill as
well as any younger men. They must
not be forgotten. We call attention to this
matter at this time, not in the interest of
any candidate, but to keep legislators in
remembrance of a duty they should keep
in mind before committing themselves.
The lines of Kipling should be ever pres
ent with them:
Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet
Lest we forget, lest we forget
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-11-24
A GREAT AND GOOD MAN.

Bishop Fitzgerald, who presided over
Carolina Conference, is one of the strong
men of his church. He is native
North Caroinian who as itenerant, edi-
tor and bishop has made a name that
will live forever in the annals of Meth
odisn. He is now old and feeble, and
II is a great pleasure to all North Caro-
linians to have him in his old confer
encc near his birth place. He is a native
of Rockingham county. All accounts
agree that his Sunday sermon ut Win
ston was of the kind that not only
showed power and great ability, but
showed that the bishop as he grows in
years grows i'll his hold upon the throne
of grace. He is the best editor Southern
Methodism has produced in this halt
century. and as editors rarely make
good speakers or preachers, there was
a fear when he was elected to the
bishopric that in preaching ability he
standard. He has shown himself a
great bishop in the pulpit as well as in
the cabinet.
When the conference at Winston was
discussing the return of the S2SS, 900 OBJ
tanned from Congress through the decep
ton of Stahlman and Smith & Barbee
the venerable Bishop declared himself
in favor of Returning the money land
wished the world to know it, and de
clared that he considered it tainted
money" That is the old-fashionet
North Carolina test of honesty, ant
shows that the Bishop is as worthy OF
his place as the State is proud to claim
him.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-11-24
GLORIOUS NEWS

Comes from DIR. D. B. Cargilc, Of
Washita. l. II. He writes: -Four bot
ties of Electric Bitters has cured Mrs.
Brewer of Scrofula, which had caused
her great suffering for years. Terrible
sores would break out on her head and
face, and the best doctors could give no
help; but her cure is complete and her
health is excellent" This shows what
thousands have proved-that Electric
Bitters is the best blood purifier known.
It's the supreme remedy for eczema,
letter, salt rheum, ulcers, boils and run
ming sores. 1t stimulates liver, kidneys
and bowels, eXpels poisons, helps diges-
ton, builds up the strength. Only 80
cents. Sold by all Druggists. Guaran-
teed.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-11-24
A VERY LIVE CORPSE.

If Bryan is dead why do the gold or
gans insist upon resurrecting him and
burying him again every day ? Last
week they said that he was dead as n
presidential candidate because the Re
publicans carried Nebraska. The official
returns show that the Republicans lost
it by 2,721. That killed that line of ar
gument. Then they said that he could
not get Nebraska again because Senator
Allen was opposed to him. Then Senator
Allen came out and declared he was
for Bryan in 1900 and that lie was ex-
posed.
The truth is that the Republicans fear
no man so much as Bryan and no issues
50 much as those raised in the Chicago
platform. Bryan is a very live corpse
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-11-24

''Thc work to be done by the Lcgis-
laturc is the most important in the his
tory of the State" said Hon. c. h.
Watson, as he was leaving for Winston
yesterday. The partys Legislators will
need the advice and counsel of such I'M
selfish and able men as Mr.. Watson.
Men who. are hungry for office and
anxious about their future political pros
poets are not the men whose judgment
is to be relied upon. Mr.. Watson is
an able party man who has always put
the good of country and the success of
party above personal ambition, and it
is such men who are best fitted to guide
the party in the present time when CON
structive legislation is to be enacted.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-11-24
DISCOVERED BY A WOMAN.

Another great discovery has been
made, and that too, by n lady in this
country. Disease fastened its clutches
upon her and for seven years she with
stood its severest tests, but her vital
organs were undermined and death
seemed imminent. For three months she
cOughed necessarily, and could not sleep.
She finally discovered way to recovery
by purchasing of us a bottle of DIR
Kings New Discovery for Consumption
and was so much relieved on taking
first dose, that she slept all night; and
with two bottles, has been absolutely
cured. Her name is Mrs. Luther Lutz."
Thus writes w. c. Hamnick & Co., of
Shelby, n. c. Trial bottles free at any
Drug Store. Regular size SOC. and S1O0.
Every bottle guaranteed.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-11-24
THE SECOND REGIMENT.

The Second Regiment ofNorth Caro-
| lima volunteers has passed out of ex
| istence as n military organization, and
| most of it's members have returned tC
| their private clllings. 1t will hence
| forth figure only in the history of North
| Cardinals part in the American-Spanish
| war.
There are certain facts in connection
with the regiment that are perhaps not
| well known, but which are necessary to
Il just estimate of it, inasmuch as the
impression has gone out that it was not
up to the standard as a body of troops.
1t should be stated that from the be-
ginning the regiment did not have a fair
chance. A good record for it was made
next to impossible by the politics that
was mixed with its organization, thus
insuring Reorganization and internal
troubles
There were in the regiment some OK
cellent officers and clever gentlemen.
and there We're some who were lacking
in qualities Indispensable in an officer of
volunteers. This was heavy handicap,
and the evil results of it early became
manifest.
The regiment, too. was kept in camp
here and left to shift for itself until the
life had been, in large measure, taken
out of officers and men. When finally
the long wished-for orders to move came.
instead of putting the regiment into
camp with other troops, where it would
have the inspiration Of comparison and
the advantage of example. developing in
it the esprit de corps so essential in Il
good body of soldiers, it was cut up into
small bodies and scattered along the
Southern sea front. 1t is easy enough
to say that the soldiers duty is cheerful
obedience, but what the Second needed
ut that time was to be taught to be
soldiers.
When the regiment had been kept
sundered for weeks ii was finally ordered
to assemble here to be mustered out.
That the workings of the regiment were
not altogether harmonious was then
more manifest and the bad name" that
some have chosen to consider the regi-
ment as having justly won was then
first given il.
In truth, the record of the regiment
compares very favorably with that of
other volunteer regiments, and is infinite
ly better than that of many. It's faults
were in a large degree the result of the
conditions attending its creation. The
regiment, as whole, was an exceedinly
fortunate in its organization and in the
disposition of it after its was organized,
it would have made fine record.