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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
FREDERICKSBURG.
Recruiting Tribute to CnptafM
Drinkard-Guard House Full.


FREDERICKSBURG, July i2.-Sspc.
clal.)-Major b. C. Shanks. OF the armyj
Major ]. b. Johnson. OF Richmond, and
Surgeon c. A. Alexander, Of Petersburg.
arrived here last night, and to-day opened
headquarters I'm the basement OF Shiloh
church (colored), new site. for colored re-
cruits for the First Battalion, Colored IID
fantry. SO far they have only enlisted sixS
teen. out of the eighteen applications only
two were rejected.
The announcement OF the death OF Caps
tain Drinkard editor emeritus OF tho Diss
patch, was received here with general rec
greet especially among the Masons. to q
large number Of whom he was personally
known. The following editorial notice OF
his death, which appeared In to-days
Evening Star. will be earnestly approved
by all who knew him:
"The death Of Captain william FranciA
Drlnkard, editor emeritus OF tho Richs
mOnd Dispatch. which occurred at HID
home I'm Richmond, Monday afternoon.
removes from tho scene of life a valued
citizen and Christian gentleman; from tho
fields OF journalism ono who has ably
served his State and home, and from his
friends one who was ever willing and
ready to extend n helping hand.
Peace TO his ashes'
Samuel Grant (colored) has been arr
rested on the charge Of having burned the
barn OF Mr.. w. A. smoot. In King George
on the Path OF last month. In default oi
surety he was sent 10 Jail.
AS a result OF payday In camp hers
yesterday. the guard-house is well nigh
full, and quite a number OF It's occupants
appear TO have had an engagement. BlacA
eyes and bruised faces were quite numes
rous.
Mr.. Eddie C. Helm. native Of this city
but for several years past living In Butte
City. Mont, has been appointed I'm tho
United States Engineering Corps, which
will leave San Francisco this week for THO
Philippines
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
SECOND DISTRICT REPUBLICANS.
The Wise ConfereDce-CaIif for Con-
yention.

OLD POINT. July 12.-(special)-The
conference held here last night between
Congressman Wise and his friends OF the
Second District resulted in decision to
participate In the city. county, and dis
trict meetings called by the Agnew-Bow-
den wing of the party. 1t is Understood,
however that II they do not get fair play.
as they consider it, i'm the nomination OF
congressman, there will be bolt.
The following are spoken Of in connec-
ton with the nomination: Iamb-Wise
Wine-Dr. r. A. Wise. OF Williamsburg;
Agnew- Bowden Wing-Mr. Floyd Hughes,
OF Norfolk. and Colonel j. j. Dyer, OF
southampton.
Chairman Burroughs, Of the District
Congressional Committee. has called the
Republican convention 10 be held In the
city of Norfolk at II o'clock Tuesday. the
18th day OF August. 1898. 10 nominate a
candidate for the F1fty-sixth Congress,
and for the election OF three members OF
the State Committee and chairman or the
District Congressional Committee.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13

Fourth Virginia Regiment, stationed a
Clarksvllle. has enlisted twelve or -fffteeu
men, who will be examined this week,
News from Buffalo Springs IL that th9
crowd Is increasing daily, and THAI alfoS
the invallds are improving rapidly.
Treasurer George N. Wells, so seriously
hurt by falling from tho top OF bis porch
last Friday, is improving, and, it 10
thought, will be out in week or so.
Congressman r. T. Thorp reached her0
Saturday, and will spend the summer az
home.
Bishop Morrison. OF the Methodist Episs
copal church. South, IS expected here SAT-
urday, the 10th. He will preach here Sun.
day. and dedicate a church at Union Level
Monday.
DR.. Edward TORY. Of ST. Louis. Mo-
is visiting his father. Mr.. George =. Torryl
at Palmer's Springs.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
Caroline Democrats.

BOWLING GREEN. VA, July Il. -(Spe-
cial)-At a mass-meeting Of the Demo-
Gratis of Caroline yesterday the following
delegates and alternates were elected
10 attend the congressional convention,
which meets at urbana, August "a. Ii
is needless to say that the delegation viii
be for Jones.
Bowling Green Observation-Disclosures: 7.
ID. Coghiil. X. G.. Moncure, DIR. A. l..
Martin, DR.. John ID. Butler. AlterIates:
c. G. Evans Major II. o. Peatross, NJ @.
Rroaddus. and j. j. Broaddus.
port Royal Observation-Disclosures: ID. B.
Powers. Jr. w. X. Sale, and j. Il. Wash
ington. Aiternates: George T Boulware.
John w. Lefoe. and J. w Jones.
Madison Observation-Disclosures c. I.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
VIRGINIA EDITORS.
Gathering at Old POint-A PrcIImin-
AIRY Meeting.

Gathering at Old POint-A PreIImin-
airy Meeting.
NEWPORT NEWS. July 12.-(special)
AZ 10 o'clock Tomorrow morning the edi-
tors Oh, Virginia will begin their annual
session SD the Chamberlin Hotel at Old
Point To-day was set for the visitors 10
begin business, but the storm kept many
away hardly more than a dozen being on
band Gt q o'clock when a meeting of
br5f duration was held for the purpose
Of clearing the decks for action to-mor-
row.
President d. s. Lewis. Of the Spirit of
tho Valley. Hlrrisouburg. occupied the
chair and Mr. j. l.. Hart. of the Farm
Vile Herald. was al the secrctarys desk.
The only business transacted az the meet
ing Was taa arpointment of several COM
mIttees taa FIRST consisting of Messrs.
vs.. Mcdonald Ice, OF the Irviugton Citi-
zen. f T. Eartam, Of the Petersburg IN
deN-Apneo' and O. -. Dcnit Of the
S..m umes-Ecgister. These gentlemen
le directed 20 invite the members Of
tle South Carolina State Press Associa-
Ton. now at Old Point 20 attend to-mor-
rows session and hear the address.
Messrs. A. J.. Rowe Jr., of the Freder-
irkshurg Free Lance; II. W Weiss Of
NE Emporla Ntrginian and IT, L. Looka-
DID, Of the Roanoke Critic. were appoint
cd TO arrange for the reading Of papers
during the session. and at . o'clock the
meeting adjourned
Ar. Joseph Bryan, OF Richmond. win
speak 40 the afternoon session. and TO-
night the officers for the new year will
De elected.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
"I Feel 1.-The a New Person.
Mrs. GEO. LRAcM.

Mrs. GEO. LEACH,
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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
SUICIDE OF CAPT. sTAIyspY.
The Newark Detective Shot Himself
Last Observation-Disclosures the Cause.

The announcement Of tho death Of capx
tain b. II. stains6y, OF Newark. was re-
ceived in this city yesterday with un-
feigned regret. He had been In falling
health for some time. and unable TO bear
his sunerings, he shot himself early Mons
day morning.
Captain Stainsby was a prominent de-
tectiye at Newark. being chief OF the Sc.
cret service Of that city and was con.
sidered foremost in his profession. He
frequently visited Richmond and had
many friends here.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
MATHEWS DEMOCRATS.
Delegates to Urbana Convention
Bryan Endorsed.

MATHEWS COURTHOUSE. VA. July
r. (SpeciaL)-At mass-meeung OF
Democrats held here to-day the following
were elected delegates to the First Dis
trict Congressional Convention, which Is
to be held at Urbana: b. f. Hudsins. j.
Boyd Sears, Julian Christian, r. r. Hud-
gins, Clifford Hudgins, j. j. Burke. S. h.
Miller. r. s. McCready, Leroy Bohannon,
George Y. Hunley, ". +. Fitchett. c. Il.
Digs. =. b. Lane. Alex. James. q. T..
Garnett. and A. T. Hudgins. The dele
gates we're instructed to support the Hen.
w. A. Jones, the incumbent
Resolutions reaffirming the adherence Of
the party TO the principles laid down in
the Chicago platform and warmly en-
dorsing the patriotism and craftsmanship
Of Hon. William Jennings Bryan were
unanimously adopted.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
0TEY REN0MINATED
ny THE DEMOCRATS OF THE
SIXTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT.
HARMONIOUS CONVENTION
In Session Only One Hour-Tbe Reso-
Iutions-The Chicago Platform Re-
nnirmed-The Wnr-Other virginia
Political News.

LYNCHBURG, VA, July 12.-(speciaI)-
The Sixth District Democratic conven-
ton met to-day at noon in the Opera
House here, and for the third time Major
Peter j. Otey was nominated for Con-
gress,
The convention was called to order by
Mr.. T.. ID. Calhoun. chairman Of the Sixth
District Committee. who read two tele-
grams from Congressman Bailey, regret
ting his inability to be present on account
OF being sick. A temporary organization
was effected with a. J. Terry, Of Char
lctte, chairman. and James NJ. Otey, sec
rotary. As there were no contests, .he
Committee on Credentials was dispensed
with, and only Committees on Permanent
Organization and Resolutions were ap-
pointed. The former committee named
for permanent officers Of the convention
Ben. Watkins Lee. OF Halifax, for chair
man, and G. r. Eppes, OF Roanoke for
secretary These were declared elected.
and a committee escorted Mr.. Lee 10 the
chair
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
DISTRESSING AFFAIR.
Found MangIed on the Track-wns
IL Murder.

EAST RADFORD. VA, July l2.-(Spe-
cial)-A distressing affair occurred near
here last night on the Norfolk and West
ern railroad. in which a young man lost
his l.fe. Charles Martin. son Of w. IL.
Martin. boarded a freight 10 go 10 Roa-
noke. About four miles east Of town a
farmer was awakened by cries for help,
and. going TO the track, he found young
Martin with both legs cut off, and one
arm torn from the socket. He was con-
sciOus. and said a man In a black suit
pushed him from the train. He was placed
on a train and brought 10 his home. where
he died a few hours later. 1t is supposed
he fell from the train instead of being
thrown or
DR.. Allen j. Black OF Radford. left for
Richmond last night to accept the position
Of assistant surgeon in Lieutenant CroX-
toms Battalion. DIR. Blacks rank will be
first lieutenant.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
RECLAIMED HEALTH.
Gratifying Letters to Mrs. Pink
ham From Happy Women.
Ell Owe You MY Life"

Mrs. Z. WooLHIsER,
Mills, Neb., writes:
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nothing could be done for me. My
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returned and I have gained in weight.
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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
Railroad and the stock-ysrd..

Secretary Brauer. OF the Union Stocks
Yards. said yesterday that building operas
tons on the new enterprise had been
delayed by tho action OF the railroads
In refusing 90 accept the offer II the stock
men. or 10 make one than was reasonable
and just. The Richmond. Frederieks-
burg and Potomac road has been particu-
larly liberal. but It's example has not been
emulated though Mr.. Brauer speaks eon-
fidently OF an early solution OF the pres
emit difficulties In the way II an agree~
ment.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
Gloucester Railway Election.

GLOUCESTER COURTHOUSE, VA,
July l2.-(spcciaL)-MesErs. d. 7. sanders.
Jolu Tabb. Jr.. W. Il. Thurston. and 3.
". Carbel. the commissioners appointed
20 examine and report on tho vote cast
no the election held on Saturday met
together with Mr. wyatt. the County
Clerk They examined the returns, and
io the surprise Of every one It was found
That the total registered vote OF Glouces-
Ter Is 1872 There were 1924 votes east
lQN for and 80 against subscription.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
A Terrible Death.

CONVICTION. VA, July 12.-tspeciaI.)~t
Tom Benton. an aged colored man. emo
ployed by the Low Moor Iron Company
at its works at Low Moor. was killed
there yesterday in a horrible manners
The man was working in a narrow rail,
road cut. and II Ia supposed he fell
asleep while standing. When o car cam4
along It caught him. carrying him son(
distance, and MASKING his life Out.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
LurnY Mention.

LURAY. VA. July 12-tS9ecial)-Mr
r. j Berry. editor Of the Page Courier,
acoompanied by his daughters. Misses
Ethel and Estclle, left on the early tram
south this morning 10 attend the meet
.tf ~ The Virginia Press Association al
Od Point
Mrs y. J. Herndon. widow or Rev X.
g. Hcrndon. Of this place Is lying dam
ecfOIsly iu az the home OF her son-in-
law Mr.. c. IA. O'Neal. in Luray. and her
leath is expected at almost any hour
Mrs. HorndOn IS the mother Of Mrs. DR..
STAFFORD. Of Richmond. who arrived here
Yesterday evening.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13

Smith. Judge r. N. WEIGH. and John
Washington. Alternates: l.. j. Smith.
DIR. II. Dew, and william j.. Cobb.
Reedy Church Observation-Disclosures: II. o.
Workman. J.. d. George. and Barton Nor
ris. Alternates: II. l.. Burruss. Samuel
Peatross. and J. G. De Jarnette.
Delegates at Large-W. ID. Quesenberry,
DR.. X. G. Holloway, and w. Il. Ennis.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
bethel VIII See to IL.

Postmaster Knight has received COM
munlcation from the Treasury Depart
ment 20 the effect that Collector Bethel
who Is custodian OF the Federal building,
has been allowed an extra Janitor. and
will hereafter be expected 10 keep the
post-office clean. Mr.. Bethel Is out OF
town. and his chief deputy could give
no information further than to say that
no such communication had been received
nv the custodian, no extra ianitor had
been appointed. and IT is Impossible. with
the present force, 10 undertake the clean
ing Of the post-office.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
l|l9GeNeS
EVERYTHING FOR EVERYBODY
Our First Inventory Sale
rapidly growing into favor To-day there will be added
$4,000 worth of goods at big reductions.
0IL-CLOTlI.

OIL-CLOTH.
100 yards Floor oii-Cloth. short length4
and the print not just right, hence
"a q patterns) reduced in this salo ia
Sc
Al. 5-4, Ga and So Bright Pattern OIL
Cloth. reduced from Is and &c. to
IL f-2 and f5c. yard.
Best Grade Soc Oil-Cloth. all widths
to match. reduced in this sale 10 600
81 Cork Dnoleum. tile patterns, rec
duced from 40c. TO csc square YARD.
Venetian Stair Carpet. bright coiorss
stripes and checks, reduced from Sc
Venetian stair Carpet. q heavier grsdl
and wider, reduced from Isc- %
lie.
Wool Venetian Stair Carpet, reduced
from 4lc. to 2fc. -. -.
Yayd-wlde Striped Hemp Carpet res
duced from isc. TO lie.
Yard-wide Heavy Cottage carpet fos
duced from 60c. TO 35c.
Full Yard Wide Au-Weol Lowell Extra
Super. reduced from 75c. 70 SOC.
A tabIefuI OF articles that soiQ
from 15c. 10 25c., reduced for thia
sale 10 De-, Including
Granite steypans. Tipped saucepanss
Pudding Dishes Bread Pans, Stews
pans. Fly Traps Tin MIX Pans Largo
Sleeves. Hand Milk Strainers, Wire Esg
Boilers. Wire Egg Baskets Bakina
Bowls and Dishes, Large White Bowls.
Japanese Cups and Saucers. Fine
Fancy Decorated Plates. Gt-Mdge
Plates, Large Imitation Cus-Glas9
Rows. salt and Pepper Casters, pickle
Dishes and Cracker Jars. and hunS
dred other articles, choice NC.
BICYCLE DEPARTMENT.
The Famous waverly Bicycles. reduced
High Grade $3.50 Wheels. reduced t.
$l5.
Goodyear Rubber Tires. REDUCED from
81 TO $40J pair.
Morgan & Wright Tires. reduced freua
s. to $500.
Messenger Saddles. were Stsos cedcce4
for this sale 10 9Qe.
s125 Inner Tubes. reduced to $50.
$50 Niagara Rat-Trap Pedals. red1se9
to SIC.
Foot Pumps, reduced for this saiotroN
TIC TO 4Sc.
Big reduction IN Photo Supplies, Bicydn
Sundries, Fishing Tackle ana sposV
ing Goods. (Sale inebasepenn
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
LADIES, SUITS.

LADIES' SUITS.
Ladies' Elton Linen Crash Suits. with
full-width skirts and perfect-fftting
Jackets, former price g. Inventory
price ........... ............. .......Sl.oo.
Striped p X. Suits. in heavy. gaudy
Eton jacket. with sailor collar. trim
med with fine quality inserting. for
nler price 1886. Inventory price. 81. Os
ladies' Colored Blouse Suits. in mixed
cheviots. blouse lined with colored
silk and trimmed in Black braid.
skirt newest back. former price
80 The inventory sale price....s So 90.
Ladies' Gray 3-Bu,ton Getaway Coat
Suits. made OF fine imported serge
and lined with shade taffeta, one OF
our SWEETEST this seasons garments,
former price $50. Inventory price $40.
Cream Applique Lace Curtains. sold as
high as $3.50. reduced for this sale 10
800
pairs Roman-stripe Summer Por-
there's. In bright colors. reduced for
this sale from N.75 to st.25.
NOTIONS.
Good Steel Scissors. reduced for this
sale from 1Oc. TO sc. pair
Ready-Made Carriers. bows and buckle.
in boxes, reduced for this sale from
lOc to sc.
Big lot Of Needles OF all kinds. were
8. s, and l0c. reduced for this sale 10
1c. paper.
25c Rogers's Steel Scissors, 9. 1-2.
inches. reduced for this sale to 15c.
n pair.
Big Basket Elastcs. in garter lengths.
were 10, -. and Csc, reduced for this
sale to Sc. choice.
finch White Cotton Elastic. reduced
for this sale from Sc. TO lie. yard.
Long-Waist Leather-Tipped Corsets. re-
duced for this sale from 81 TO Toe.
Children's Calico Dresses, trimmed
I'm lace, full skirts, reduced from
35c. to Zoe.
Empire V-Neck Gowns. made OF good
muslin, embroidery trimmed, reduced
from 81 to 09c.
Sash Ribbons, @ and z inches, in
Plaids, Black DoubIe-Face Satin,
and Black Moire, sold ms high as
S1.25, reduced for this sale to- 30c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
FORT MONROE HOSPITAL.
The work on II is Seriously Ham
percd.

'"0 ""ih On II IL seriously Ham
percd.
FORT MONROE, VA, July 12.-(Spe-
c.aLl-The work Of erecting the field hos
utal has been seriously hampered by in
ability TO secure competent help. Colonel
Lane commandant of the post says ttat
a.cammodati0ns for only 80 wounded
have been provided TO date. whereas 900
are expected. The information contain
el in afternoon dispatches that 700 wound
cd are now on their way here has caused
he officers 10 begin 10 cast about for
some means of caring for them should
,tey De landed before the hospital is COM
p.e'ed. The SOlace is expected at Nor
io.k tomorrow from Santiago. with some
ID" sick and wounded sailors aboard. They
VIII bee cared for at the Naval Hospital.
where large force of physicians and
nurses have already been gathered
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
respectfully submitted. ,,,,,,ner
L.
TRIBUTE TO MR. AMMoNs.

Very tender mention was made OF Mr..
Ammons, who had been called hence
since the board met last. and appropriate
resolutions were passed nOnoring MS
memory and perpetuating his works Tor
the good OF the institute. copy was
ordered to be spread on the RECORDS OF tne
institute and another sent to the family
OF the deceased.
Mr.. r. s. Lloyd was nominated to sue
coed Mr.. Ammons. and was unanimously
elected TO fill the vacancy. The board adj
1ourned.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
MzM1Nsss@

tho Food Drink. Prescribed by the best
MUSICIANS as the most helpful tonic OBJ
iainable. Malt-Nutrine Is prepared by
the famous Anheuser-Bush Brewing As
soeiatIon. which fact guarantees the pu-
rity, excellence, and merit Claimed for II.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13
THE NOMINATION.

1t being decided best 10 withhold the
report Of the Committee on Resolutions
Until after the nomination, Senator Banks
dale assembled the stage, aad in a short
speech nominated Major Peter j. Otey
az the candidate Of the convention. This
was seconded by hr. j. J.. LIE. Of this city.
There icing no further nominations. Ma
jor Otey was declared the choice Of the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13

For colds Group, and whooping cough
there IS nothing better than Chamber
laiH's Cough Remedy. ie S-W, Sa&Su
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13

During their absence Mr.. Carter Glass,
chairman of the committee, read the fol-
lowing resolutions, which were adopted:
Resolved. That this convention Of the
Sixth District Democrats do hereby re-
affirm its devotion 10 the cardinal princi-
pies Of the Democratic party. as declared
by the last National Democratic Conven-
ton at Chicago.
Resolved. second, That we earnestly en-
dorse the course Of our representative in
the Congress Of the United States, Hon.
Peter j. Otey. and especially express our
qualification at the well-directed zeal and
unsurpassed fidelity that he has exhibited
In serving his constituents.
Resolved third, That We take pleasure
in the spectacle OF a reunited country, and
in the display Of a broad patriotism in
the prosecution Of hOstilities against a
foreign foe.
MAJOR OTEY SPEAKS.
After the resolutions had been adopted
Major Otey, who had arrived while they
were being read. returned thanks for the
confidence reposed In him. and in brief
address alluded TO some of the stirring
legislation Of the past Congress. The Ma
jor was frequently interrupted by APP
pause. and when he had finished speak
ing the convention adjourned. after having
been in session one hour. during which
the most perfect harmony prevailed
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13

Mr.. l.. p. Kuhn, who has been seriously
IN nj his home, 1908 west Marshall street.
IL much improved. and his friends hope
for his speedy recovery.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-13

The body OF James was left hanging on
the tree about two hours. Hundreds OF
people visited the scene this afternoon
Many Of them gathered relies OF the ocoa-
sion. taking some portions of his clothins'
etc His coat was riddled with bullets
While the body hung there NO. passeh-
ger train passed the CROSSING ana the ini-
provised gallows being IN vie" me pas
senyers were forced witnesses OF lynch
ing 49,. .o,,o
when the mob dispersed they came
avav in any direction that suited them
some coming on 10 the city. others re-
turning 20 their homes. all with per-
rect Indifference as 10 any future ihVes-
tlgatiOn.
Rocky Ford enterprise. (Rocky Ford, Colo.) 1887-1950, 1898-10-27
NEGROES AND WHITES.
Fight Raging Between Races In Missis.
slppi.

hlnpl.
Memphis. Tenn, Oct. ga special
to the Commercial Appeal from Forest,
Miss, says:
AS the result of an attempt to arrest
Il negro near Harpersville, Scott coun.
ty, in the eastern part of the, state, one
white deputy is killed, three wounded
and according to the latest report nine
negroes have been killed by the citi-
zens of the Harpersville neighborhood
and the sheriff's posse combined.
The pursuit of about 30 negroes who
had Joined the original offender with
the avowcd determination to prevent
his arrest and capture and who am
pushed the party attempting the arrest
continues and by morning the number
of fatalities will undoubtedly have as.
sumed larger proportions.
The whole country is aroused and
the sheriff's posse has been reinforced
with men from all the neighboring
towns. McLaurin has gone to the
scene. which is about ten miles north
of Forest, the nearest railroad point.
The trouble originated last Friday,
when negro named Burke had an al.
tercation with his employer, Charles
Freeman. n white man. in which the
negro got the better of the difficulty.