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The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-06-03
PRESS DINNER.
War Correspondents Entertained
by Artist VOs.

w al SOAA SSpOb0(hIS 1hN(A LSAAh~N
by Artist VOs.
Mr.. Hubert Vos gave a dinner to the
war correspondents from the States in
his studio, Holani Pa, last night.
There were present the following: Mr..
Jones of the Associated Press, Mr..
Sheridan of the Call-Herald, Mr.. White
of the Examiner-JournaI, U. S. Con-
sui Haywood, Mr.. Armstrong, editor
of the Advertiser; Mr.. Logan, editor
of the Bulletin; Mr.. Norrie, editor of
the Independent; Mr.. Boeringer, artist
for the CalI-Herald; Mr.. Brauners-
reuther, Navigator of the Charleston.
The table was decorated with red,
white and blue flowers, the cOlors I'M
der which the press representatives in
whose honor the dinner was given, are
now going forth to fight with the pen
and, it may be, the sword. The
speeches of the evening were devoted
to pleasant remarks on America and
Hawaii and the spirit of friendliness
that exists between the two countries
Sentiments of aloha for Hawaii nei
were expressed by all the Americans
present.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-06-03
WHAT is IT?

A simple, compact, and durable machine, which sue
performs the work of the pen, with tremendous
time and eXertiOn.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-06-03
NORTH KONA BOARDING HOUSE AND
SANITARIUM.

Situate on the beach at Kailua, n
KOna.
Careful treatment for all medical
and surgical cases.
Board and Lodging at reasonable
rates accorded to invalids and visitors
Associated with the beach house Is
a mountain residence Q,500 feet ele-
vation) where visitors may have the
benefit of a change of atmosphere.
Terms, etc, on application.
Manageress:
MRS. MARY ATCHERLEY.
Medical Attendant:
DIR. ATCHERLEY,
MR.C.S., L.R.C.P.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-06-03
HAMAKUA PLANTATION,
PAAUILO, HAWAII, H. |.
Mr.. j. q. SPENCER,
PACIFIC HARDWARE Co.,
Honolulu.

DEAR SR:-The Secretary Disc .Plow pur-
chased from you is giving us satisfaction. We
are using it to pillow under crop of lupins They
are three feet high and very thick. Your PioW
blowing the land fourteen inches deep
| feel satisfied that with this pow the draft
for the same quantity and depth of work is as
& to g. That is, with the old plow, to do the same
work, it takes 8 good mules; with your pillow it
takes only 6, and they are less tired at night.
Please send me another plow by first schooner
leaving for this.
You are at liberty to use this IN any way you
may see fit. Yours truly
A. LIDGATE.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
Coming.

A. K. Hawkes., the famous Atlanta OPP
tician, direct from the home office of this
great optical house, or one of his practi-
cal opticians, will remain at the store of
his agents. Aisquith & Co., for three days
only, beginning September goth. This
will give the citizens of Charles Town
and vicinity a rare opportunity of having
their eye sight tested FREE by one of
the most renowned as well as reliable OPP
ticians in the United States.
Mr.. Hawkes. has all the modern app1i-
ances for the scientific adjustment of
SPectac1es and Eye Glasses to the eye
There is no optician in the United States
who enjoys the confidence of the people
more than Mr.. Hawkes.. His name is a
familiar word throughout a section of the
country inhabited by over twenty-five
millions of people. Mr.. Hawkes. has
probably fitted glasses to the eyes of more
people of national and international fame
than any other optician living. His won
derful success is due to his superior grade
of glasses, and the confidence the people
have in his ability as a practical optician.
This firm was established in 1870, nearly
thirty years ago. Call early, as he viii
positively remain but three DAYS, as he
has other engagements for later dates.
Caution.-These famous glasses are
never peddIed.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
A GREAT GEOLOGICAL GARDEN.

The Geological Society of New York
propose to construct what will probably
be the finest geological garden in the
world i'll Bronz Park, New York. The
society expects to open the garden to the
public in a satisfactory way on May I,
1899. While the work is progressing with
all due rapidity, the old and well APP
proved plan of relieving billiousness and
constipation through the benefcent
agency of Hostetter's Stomach Bitters
finds general recognition. This excellent
family medicine is a safeguard against
malaria and rheumatism. and remove
indigestion and %ousn Itinvigor-
ates the system through improved diges-
ton, f~ortifies 1t against disease, and
counteracts the effects of ~overwork, men
tai or physical.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
Church items


The Presbyterian Synod of Virginia
will meet in TazewelL, Sept 81.
Rev.L. r. Milbourne will preach al
Riverside School House this evening.
Rev. Mr.. Right preached in the M. E.
Church South in this place Sundaynight,
Rev. Mr.. Davidson, of Augusta, Ga,
preached in Zion P. E. Church Sunday
morning.
Services in St. James Catholic Church
Charles Town, on the 4th Sunday OF
each month. at 1870 a. m.
Rev. E. B. Jackson, of Winchester, will
exchange Pulpits with Rev. Mr.. Mil
bourne, of the Baptist church. Sunday.
Rev. ], a. Gere shipley, of the Balti-
more Conference, NJ. E. Church South,
will sail as a missionary to China the last
of October.
The next Quarterly meeting for Jefer
son Circuit, M. E. Church South will be
held at Summit Point, Oct. ~; Charles
Town, at Bethany, Oct. 3o-31; shep-
herdstown. at Bakerton. Nov. 26-a7.
The Jefferson County Sunday School
Convention willmeet in the NJ. E. Church
South in this place Oct. 81 and %. Some
of the most successful Sunday School
workers in the country will be present
and address the convention.
AT a meeting of the session of the Charles
Town Presbyterian Church last Sunday
morning Ruling Elder w. w. B Gallaher
was appointed delegate to the meeting of
the Synod of Virginia, which will convene
at Tazewell, Virginia, on the 9th instant.
Ruling Elder Cleon Moore was appointed
alternate.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
Dec. 4. 1897


Go to Dr.. Bishops for cigars. You
can get 3 good cigals sc.
DR.. Bishops Comp. Cough Syrupcu
coughs and colds. rs cents.
All kinds of picture frames made to
order at short notice at DR.. Bishops drug
store.
A few hundred ~ mo. cloth-bound
books at 10 to IS emit each at DR.. Bish-
ops prug store.
You will find a nice and beautiful as
sortment of medallions, at24a and 80 cents
each, at DR.. Bishops drug store.
You will find a full and complete line
of dressing cases. lap tablets, photograph
frames and portrait frames a DR.. Bish-
ops drug store.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
Mr.. Michael

Mr.. Michael Kahn, a we'll known auc.
toner of this place, died Tuesday after
noon after a lingering illness of consump.
ton. He was a son of the late John
Kahn, and was in the forty-third year OF
his age His health had been failing fol
several years. He was a member of the
Catholic Church. A widow survives
him.
Funeral services were held Thursday
morning, in St, James Chapel, with mass
conducted by Rev. Father Walch, dele.
cations from the Independent and Cit.
zens' Fire Companies the deceased hav.
ing been a member of the former) being
present. Interment in Edge-Hm Gem.
etery,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

The pleasant effect and perfect safety
with which ladies may use Syrup of Figs,
under all conditions, makes it their favor
lite remedy. To get the true and genuine
article, look for the name of the California
Fig Syrup Co. printed near the bottom of
the package. For sale by all druggists.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
BuckIen,s Arnicn snlye.

The best salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, ChappedH Hands, Chi1blains,
Corns, and Skin Eruptions and POSITIVELY
cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t is
guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction or
money refunped. Price rs cents per box
For Sale by Geo. T. Light.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
Our enterprising farmer friend, Co

Our enterprising farmer friend, Col.
John T. Colston, of this vicinity, threshed,
sold aud delivered to Mr.. B. C. Washing
ton in the month of June, whilst the gen
eral harvest was yet in progress, a large
crop of wheat. Mr.. Washington has been
in the grain business for twenty-five
years, and says this is the first instance he
ever knew or heard OF the like being
done here in the month of roses.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

WANTED-sEvERAL TRUSTWORTHY
w persons in this state to manage our
business in their own and neaaby counties. It
is mainly office work conducted at home.
Salary straight 5000 a year and expenses
definite, bOnafde, no more, no less salary
Monthly SIS. References. Enclose seIf-ad-
dressed stamped envelop. Herbert z. Hess,
Prest., Dept. N, Chicago. til Dec. Is.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Mr.. John E. Hilbert, of this place, was
thrown from a street car in Washington
City on Monday of last week, and had his
skull fractured. So serious was his in
jury that Mrs. Hilbert was summoned to
his bedside, and went down Thursday
evening. He is since, however. we are
pleased to note, considerably improved,
and we hope will soon be entirely re-
cnuered
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Mr.. J.. L. Pentz and young Hooe, of this
place. made a very morrow escape from a
terrible death on Thursday afternoon. They
were driving in a buggy and when their
horse stepped on the N. q w. Railroad at
Colston's crossing the Hagerstown accom-
mediation going south dashed around the
curve only a few yards away;both occupants
jumped. The train struck ths hind wheel
of the buggy, bending the axle and break
ing the bed loose fromthe r%uuning-gear. For
tunately no further damage was done. Had
they been a few seconds later, however. a
terrible casualty would have been the ba-
sis of this report.-Advocate.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Thrush & Slough, the leading carriage
builders of ShiPpensburg, Pennsylvania,
and Hagerstown, Maryland, wish to an
nounce to the citizens of Charles Town
and vicinity that they have opened a re-
pository in the Carter House yard. In
the absence of Mr.. Slough, Mr.. Brown,
Manager of the Carter House, will take
pleasure in showing II line of Buggies,
Surries aud Spindle Wagons. Traps a
speciality. Please call and examine our
stock before buying.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

One OF the leading book houses in the
State is the Acme Book Store, of Nor
gantown. They buy and sell secondhand
University Textbooks, and in this way
save students many dollars in the course
of a year. If you go to the University
this year give the Acme people a call.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

The Potomac Cement Works, near
ShePherdstown, were sold Wednesday at
public sale to Mr.. H. W. Blunt, Jr.. of
Washington, D. C.. for $50.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Mr.. Columbus Manuel, formerly of this
place, died near Wicklife, Clarke county,
Va, on Sunday last, aged about IS years.
His remains were inferred in Edge-Hill
Cemetery at this place; yesterday, Rev.
L. K. Milbourne officiating.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
Why Do You Suffer

With your Eyes, when the assistance of u
pair of
ROCK CRYSTAL OR DIAMOND LENSE,
will give you relief. we guarantee to Ut or
refund the price. Large assortment, at
L. w BROWNS.
Oct. 20. 1891. optician and Jeweler.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

j. w. Russell has contracted to do the fol-
lowing work: Tin work on ]. Ed. Burns
dwelling, tin roof for Mrs. J. Law. Hoof's
store-house and warehouse and tin roof and
spout parsonage for colored church on Pc
tato Hill.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

TheCity Ell ectricLight Heat and Power
Co., finding it will take too long to repair
their old dynamo for incandescent burn
ers, have purchased a new one, and will
put in an alternating system, by which
means there will be, we understand, much
less liability to damage by electric storms.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Burns & Shugert will have their Mill
merry Opening on Thursday and Friday
Sept. 20 and 80.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Estray.-strayed from the undersigned a
dark blush brindle steer, weighing from
1000 to LOO pounds. John T. Colston,
Charles Town w. Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
order of Publication.
ne State of West Virginia, jefferson county,

The State of West Virginia, Jefferson county,
to-wit:
At Rules held in the Clerks office OF the
Circuit Cour of Jefferson county, the FIRST
Monday in September, 1898.
GEORGE DITTMEYER, James Conway,
George Dittmeyer and John Dittmeyer, part
Garland Hurst and C.. Il. Trail, partners
trading as Hurst & Trail ; and 8. Lee Phil
lips, Administrator of w. II. Cannon, suing
on behalf of themselves and all other credi-
tors Of said W. a. .Plainttas,
VS..
MARY z. CANNON, Mary A. ". Cannon,
Ellie Z. N. Cannon, Emma Frances Myers,
NJ. Mason, Trustee; The Bank of HarpeTs
Ferry, a corporation; j. Garland HURT
Sheriff COMMITTEES Administrator OF Ann g.
Gannon; Victor RaplOu and AbTam kaplon,
partners trading as Kaplon q BIother..
OBJECT OF SUIT.
The object of this suit is to convene the
creditors of W. II. Cannon, deceased, and
subject his real estate 70 the payment Of his
debts; to ascertain the amount and priOritic5
of said debts; to settle the accounts Of 8. Leo
Phillips, his administrator.
It appearing, on affidavit fled in this suit.
that the Defendants Mary E. Cannon, Ellie
2. NJ. Cannon, Mory A. W. Cannon, Emma
Frances Myers and g. l.. Myers are non-resi-
dents of the State of West Virginia. they arc
hereby required 10 appear within One Month
after the date of the first publication of this
order and do what is necessary to protect
their interest in this matter.
Clerk of the Circuit Court.
:. n. MASON. JR., P. Q.
Sept. ct.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Thirty-two acres of the Chas. H. Kab1e
land, ear K%abletown, was put up under
an advance bid Tuesday, by Special Com
m~issioners Baylor, Brown and Trapnell,
(Helebower & West auctioneers) and
sold to Mr., VIM. linn, at S51. so per acre.
The KabIe mill, offered at the same time,
was sold to Mr.. VIM, Moreland, for $3.50.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

HATS AND CAPs.-Thel latest in hats and
caps is a feature of our mammoth stock.
Style and n%eatuess in that department is
as much a foregone conclusion as in all
others, and we cap the climax of a nobby
suit with headwear of a superior quality.
We carry the latest shapes in all sizes and
%colors. We can fit you out for fall and
winter, not only amazingly economically,
but also amazingly well; no one will ever
ask you where you got that hat its
style will testify that it came from the
one and only fashionable emporium in
town. WM. KAHN, Sadler Block.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Dalgarn has a very fine stock OF canned
goods.
Catsup, extra quality, at Dalgarn's,
five cents per bottle.
S. S. Dalgarn has just received a sup
ply of new crop New Orleans molasses.
Go to S. S. Dalgarn's for bargains in
boots, shoes, gloves, underwear and
overalls.
If you want a good broom for a little
money go to S. S. Dalgarn's, dealer in
general merchandise.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
REMEMBER THE MAIN

Thing for a man to do that wishes to get
a Genuine Tailor-Made Suit cheap (not
Sweat Shop Stuff is to see c. E. Reinin-
ger before he buys. In order to keep my
hands at work during the dull season 1
will make you a suit of clothes or pair of
trousers at spot cost. This is not one of
those Cake half price sales, but it means
clothing made-to-order at cost for the
next thirty days by c. E. Reininger.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

Rayman NJ. Wiltshire, infant son of Hum
phery and Annie NJ. Wiltshire, died Sept
the 18th, 1898. aged 7 months.
A precious one from us is n
Its voice is low and still.
A place is vacant in our home,
Which never can be filled.
We miss thee from home my love.
We miss thee from thy place.
We miss the sunshine of thy face.
Dearest darling thou art S sleeping
In the cold and silent grave.
With a band of angels, darling.
lowering DER thy Saviour's breast.
For we know you're safe in heaven.
BYH1s MOTHER, ANNE NJ. W1IrsHIRE.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20

We need wood. Those in the habit of
paying in that commody will please send
us some as soon as possible.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
The Hotel Powhatan,
CHARLES TOWN, W. VA,
is now open for guests.
June 2I-1m.
FINAL NOTICE
To Taxpayers.

have given taxpayers all the fndul-
gence I FOsst1Ly can. No mor time can
be given. and unless promptly, paid 1
same by levy and sale. This Is final and
coHcLusiUe.
EUGENE BAKER, Sheriff.
may21, '98
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
Fairs and EXHIBITIONS.

Just received, and for sale, a a load
of Empire drills, at my place at shenan-
doah Junction. JAS. W. McGARRy.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
THE EXCELLENCE OF SYRUP OF FIGS

is due not only to the originality and
simplicity of the combination, but also
to the care and skill with which it is
manufactured by scientific
known to the CALIFORNIA FIG SyRup
Co. only, and we wish to impress upon
all the Importance of purchasing the
true and original remedy. AS the
genuine Syrup of Figs is manufactured
by the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP Co.
only, a knowledge of that fact will
assist one in avoiding the worthless
limitations manufactured by other par
ties. The high standing of the Car
FoRNIA FIG SYRUP Co. with the medi-
cal profession, and the satisfaction
which the genuine Syrup of Figs has
given to millions of families, makes
the name of the Company a guaranty
of the excellence of its remedy. It is
far in advance of all other laxatiyes.
as it acts on the kidneys, liver and
bowels without irritating or weaken
ing them, and it does not grippe nor
nauseate. In order to get its beneficial
effects, please remember the name of
the Company
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.
SAN FRANCISCO. Cal
Ky WV vopU
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1898-09-20
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.

SAN FRANCISCO. Cal
Ky. NEW YORK, N. Z,
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1898-07-03
OCCIDENTAL HOTEL

.ic4 ~ XIV l.,
From Bush to Suffer
San Francisco, California
aMEFEGsE EUROPEAN
American Plan--s2.50 per day, and
upwards. according 70 room and
location.
European Plan-Sl.OU per day. and
upwards.
Suites of Rooms $3.50 pc, day and
pwa1ds.
A First-Ciass Restaurant on the
Office Floor.
REASONABLE PRICES
STREET CARS Pass TIE DOOR FOR
ALL PARTS OF THE CITY
TELEGRAPH. TIE -1PHONE. AND
MESSENGER SERVICE,
Special rates to Clubs and Small
Parties. who want a u and a few
days stay down by Tidewater.
We want to do business with Nevada
people, and your "2r~r Dollars are
AS good as Gold viii, 80.
VIM. B. koon2
SSL
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1898-07-03

not propose to go int tn Hawaiian que
tion. l simply contend that it h" '.
ing to do with colonial expan ion and
should not wait the settlement. ~. ..
Philippine question.
The distinction should be kept il
mind. The Philippines mean conquest;
Hawaii means defense. The Philippines
mean colonial expansion and militar-
ism. Hawaii means simply the econo-
mical PROJECTION present territory"
Evening star., 1898-12-24
New Fraternal Newspaper.

Washington is to have a newspaper de-
voted exclusively to the interests of several
fraternal organizations. 1t will be called
the Fraternal Record. The projectors are
well-known members of the Masonic fra
ternity. the Odd Fellows, and the Knights
Of Pythias, the three most extensive fra
ternal organizations in point of member
ship. The principal officers of the Fraternal
Record Publishing Company are: President,
Harrison Dingman; vice president John L.
Brown; treasurer. Judge Frank IL.
Thomas, and ex-Congressman Jonas H.
MCGOWAN is counsel for the company. Mr..
Dingman is past imperial potentate of the
Mystic Shrine, past grand master and past
grand high priest of the Masonic fratern-
ity; Mr.. Brown is past grand master of
Odd Fellows, and Judge Thomas is past
grand commander OF knights Templar The
editor of the Record will be the WELL
known Washington correspondent, Frank
H. Hosford who is actively identified with
the Masonic and Pythian fraternities. The
known in Washington newspaper circles;
the advertising department will be in
charge of Mr.. Charles ]. James, an ex-
perienced and popular solicitor, also con-
nected with various fraternal organiza-
tions. 1t is the hope of the promoters Of
the new enterprise to make the Record
one of the strongest fraternal newspapers
in the United States, and the prominence
Of the gentlemen corrected with 1t in the
several fraternities give promise Of success.
Evening star., 1898-12-24
A PISTOL IN EACH HAND
Ill Health Causes Captain Cotton to Attempt
Suicide.
Shot Himself in the Head-well.
Known Member of the English
Colony i'm Virginia.

Captain Frederick Cotton, a retired Eng
nsh army officer, a traveller and explorer
OF some distinction and for several years
past a resident of Prince William county,
va. shot himself in the head with suicidal
intent at the Hotel Gladstone, in Norfolk,
Va, yesterday.
Captain Cotton registered at the hotel
as c. Curtis Nelson of Baltimore Thursday
night, but he explained to one of the clerks
Mr.. ]. A. Whitehurst, before retiring, that
his right name was F. Cotton, and left
with him 500 to be forwarded to Mr.. H.
Mills, proprietor of the Grafton Hotel in
this city, to pay board bill. Captain Cot
ton retired shortly before midnight Thurs
day, and yesterday morning the sound of
pistol shot was heard from his room.
When hotel employees investigated Cotton
was found lying on the bed bleeding from
a wound in the head. He held an army
revolver in his left hand, with hammer
raised, but it had not been discharged, the
wound having been inflicted with a weapon
of smaller caliber, which he had held in his
right hand. He was sent to st. Nincents
Hospital, where after some time he regained
consciousness 1t was later believed that
there was some chance for his recovery.
Captain Cotton left the Grafton Hotel.
this city, last Tuesday. While usually of a
cheerful disposition it was noticed he was
depressed. This was attributed to the suf-
fering he experienced from wounds he re-
ceived several years ago while hunting in
Africa. They had troubled him consider
ably recently, and during his stay in Wash
ington he under treatment by DR..
James Kerr. Captain Cotton is well known
in club and social circles in Washington
and Baltimore, and is regarded as a lead
ing member of the English colony in Nir-
ginia. He is an expert horseman and fond
of cross country hunting. His American
home is on a farm near Buckland, Prince
William county, where it was his custom to
extend warm hospitality to his numerous
friends