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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
PUSHING FOR PORTO RICO.
Preparations for the Expedition m
Newport News.


NEWPORT NEWS, VA. July 23-(Spe-
clal.)-The first detachment of troops from
Chickamauga for the Porto Rican expedi.
ton will not arrive in Newport News un-
til $50 o'clock tomorrow morning.
This statement IS official, and all reports
to the contrary are not to be credited.
Altogether in the first expedition to sail
from Newport News under General
Brooke, there will be between 5000 and g.
SOD infantrymen, artillerymen. cavalry
men. and members of the hospital, am
bulance, and signal corps, and in addition
about 1000 horses and somewhere in the
neighborhood of 1.O00,0O0 pounds Of freight
There will be other expeditions to sail
from Newport News, and II Is authenti-
cally stated ihat-the Chesapeake asd 0lsso
railroad Will secure tife contract for trans
porting about 25.000 or 10000 troops to this
city for embarkation.
The War Department is now making ar
rangements for the second expedition to
sail from Newport News, and in the
course of the next week or ten days more
troops will commence to arrive TO en-
bark for the purpose OF reinforcing the
men who are already on tire way to the
front.
General Brooke, with his stafr and the
corps auxiliary companies, will arrive to-
morrow evening, having started this
morning. and on Monday evening the four
batteries of artillery ordered here will
get in.
1t is also expected that four troops of
cavalry will arrive here tomorrow eve
ming from Camp Alger. Va.
1t has not yet been decided whether the
troops will be brought down to the depot
and unloaded or put off the trains above
the junction opposite the site of the camp.
which is directly above Camp Warburton.
II is safe to say that the troops will be
handled by the railroad in a manner mat
will be entirely satisfactory TO the officials
of the War Department.
INSPECTOR SMITH ARRIVES
Post t-Oface-Inspector Nathaniel A. c.
Smith arrived in the city this morning
from Washington. He has been appoint
ed superintendent of the First Military
Postal Station at Porto Rico. and Will
make the trip on the cruiser st. Louis. |
with General Brooke. He will be accom- |
panied by II. M. Robinson. w. II. Mahr. |
and ]. II. Kemp. OF the railway mail SER |
vice, and S. w. Kingsmore and Edward |
Jifkins, of the Post-Ofiice Department. all |
OF whom arrived in the city this morning I
from Washington.
Sixty-six cars of subsistence for the |
use OF the troops in the Porto Rican cam
paign have arrived in the city. OF this
number, fifteen cars came in about / |
o clock this morning and twenty-seven
came in during the day.
All of the cars are loaded with canned |
and fresh meats and vegetables and food
Of the better class for the officers.
There are now eighteen cars loaded
with canned tomatoes in the railroad
Yard, all TO be sent to Porto Rico on the
which will leave here next
week.
1t is understood that there are other
OF supplies to come. There
will be 10000 pounds OF refrigerated beef
Imong other things.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
THIS A CRACK SQUAD
OF RICHMOND SOLDIERS AT CAMP
CUBA LIBRE.
UNJUST IMPRESSION CORRECTED.
The Moral Tone GoOd-so Is the
Fare-Tbe Question of Eiecting
Officers in the Future-Some Inter-
estfng Notes.
Correspondence of the Dispatch.)

JACKSONVILLE, FLA, July 22.-Th1'
popular opinion of camp-life, based upon
the daily happenings in camp, is hardly
correct one. Payday arrives, and out
Of about ten thousand troops, seventy-ive
or eighty are found intoxicated. An ar
icle To this effect is published, without
ioting the small percentage, and the
moral status of the camp. The many suf-
er for the few. The same principle is
applied In camp, much to the discomfort
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24

slowly. 1t has been found necessary to
discharge a few men, and this. together
with the additional twenty-six, will re-
qulre some little time. The recruits are
placed in charge Of competent non-com-
missioned officers. who are turning them
over to the companies as soon as they are
perfected in the essentials.
There has been sore talk as to the man
ner in which officers will be elected in the
future. 1t being claimed that should the
enlisted men be given this prerogative OF
electing 1t would cause the aspirants for
office TO become lax In their requirements.
There have already been some examples
OF this. Your correspondent conferred
with the Governor in reference to the
matter. His Excellency says he will be
governed entirely by the recommendation
Of the regmental commanders.
The sickness in camp has been greatly
exaggerated. While there are some cases
OF typhoid-fever, and less serious all
ments, the health OF the camp is extra
ordinarily good. III.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
a CRACK SQUAD.

of representative in the Third Legislature
District at Plymouth this evening by a
mean, despicable trick perpetrated by
his political opponents.
The opera-house was crowded to over
flowing this evening when gradually at
first but finally. in an jncessant and con
tinuous noise all his auditors began 10
sneeze. The effect was ludicrous in the
extreme at first. Soon the opera house
was turned into bedlam as everybody's
face, nose, and mouth began 10 smart.
and they found that their discomfort was
the result of a copious distribution of red
pepper throughout the house. Men were
wild with rage, and it would have cost a
man a good drubbing to acknowledge
himself as the cuprit.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
VOLUNTEERS FOR PORTO RICO.
Three, and Possibly Five, Regiments
10 Go from Tampa.

WASHINGTON. d. c.. July 22-The an
nouncement is made at the War Depart
ment that three, and possibly five. Of the
volunteer army regiments now at Tampa
will be sent to Join General Miles at Porto
Rico.
One regiment Is expected to stay at
Tampa, and the remainder will be as
signed TO Fernandina.
The volunteer organizations, now at
Tampa include the Second New York,
Fifth Maryland. Third Pennsylvania, 18th
Indiana, First Ohio. Fifth Ohio. First
Florida. SIxty-ninth New York. Third
Ohio, and Second Georgia.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
Installation of Mechanics.

At regular meeting of Richmond Coun-
Gil. No. z, o. l.. ~ n. held In their
council chamber recently, the officers for
the ensuing term were installed by Past
State Councillor J. ]. Davis as follows:
Councillor, II. l.. Chlldress; yice-Councll-
lor. L. II. Davis Junior Ex-Counclllor. J..
Il. Skelley; Recording Secretary. w. III.
Tompkins; Financial Secretary. ID. 8.
Thompson; Treasurer. j. o. Fox; Induc-
tor. c. r. Brief Examiner. ]. II. Andrews;
Inside Protector. r. Gonto: Outside Pro-
tector. j. J. Davis: Trustee for eighteen
months. p. b. Moore.
Richmond Council is the mother council
In this city. and several councils have
sprung from the old tree. The order is
steadily growing in Virginia
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
GARCIAs LETTER TO sHAFrER.
1t II Not Clear that Garcia Ever Saw

SANTIAGO DE CUBA. July 23.--It now
turns out that the letter alleged TO have
been addressed by General Garcia to
General Shafter. complaining of the treat
ment accorded the Cubans. and advising
General shafter Of General Garcia's res,g-
nation, was prepared by a newspaper cor
respondent named Arms, who has been
acting on the staff OF General Castillo.
1t IS not clear that General Garcia eyer
saw the letter
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24

The Norfolk boys OF Company A, Fourth
Regiment. have been kindly remembered
by several OF their lady friends OF THIS
city, as was evidenced by the bountiiuiiy.
filled box they received last week IL
seems they have been neglected BY the
ladies of their own city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
NO MIDDLE-OF-ROAD CONVENTION,
Texas Breaks the backbone of the
Anti-ButIer Movement.

HHtI-HufItr MOVement.
CINCINNATI, o., July 23.-The Times,
Star to-day says:
The National Convention OF the Peo-
pies party. called TO assemble in Gin
cinnati September 5. 1898. is Off, and the
gathering OF "middle-of- -the-road'' ana
affiliated Populists will not get beyond q
call. Several States had held conventions
and selected delegates. Maine had chosen
five leading Populists as delegates. Other
States had responded to the Omaha caIl.
Even Georgia had broken away from Sem
ator Butler. But Texas would not, and
this broke the backbone OF the straight
Populist movement.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
SCARE WITHOUT FOUNDATION.
Positive Assurance That There II No
YelIow-Fever at Old Point.

FORT MONROE, VA. July 23.-(Spe-
cial. .)-There is no yellow-feyer at Old
Point. This statement is made on the
positive assurance Of the medical officers
here. Said Surgeon Mckay to me to-
night: The scare is absolutely without
foundation. The men are held in quarters
simply because there is no clothing here
to supply them with, and the spectacle
Of soldiers IN pajamas may better be con-
ined to the hospital than the streets.
None Of the most doubtful cases or
malarial-fever have shown any unfavora-
able signs"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24

General Ralli. a lively old Greek, who
at the age OF 81 years. was In active SER
vice in the Commissariat Department.
was a well-known man about town In
Athens. a skilled horseman and an invet-
crate dancer. recently shot himself. leav-
ing a note with the words; MY God.
have sinned, sinned kinnsd am tsAd
OF life,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
sNEEArnu rr Politics.
Opponents Fill n Hall With Pepper
and Prevent "a Speech.

WILKESBARRE. PA, July 23.-Fuller
Henderson,. of Plymouth. was prevented
from making the opening speech in his
candidacy for the Republican nomination
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
ANOTHER DENIAL.

NORFOLK. VA.,l July 23.-(special.)-
Reports OF suspected cases of yellow-fever
at Old Point meet everywhere with abso-
lutte denials Surgeons Winter and Pettus
say there is utterly no truth in the re-
ports. The caution being used in dealing
with suspected crafts is shown by the
fact that although the yacht Brunhilde's
crew had mutinied and she needed an
other. she was not permitted to land, be-
ing from Rio.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24

English Catholics. celebrated July 4th.
as the 10Th anniversary Of the opening OF
81. Georges Cathedral. at Westminster.
by cardina. Wiseman. the first Roman
Catholic Cathedral consecratcd in Eng
land since the Reformation.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24
AS TO DRILLS.

Every morning before breakfast the
companies are drilled in extended order"
This particular formation Is used almost
exclusively in battle. and unfortunately
had been much neglected by the troops
prssr to this encampment. but constant
drilling has brought our regiments up TO
a state Of comparative perfection. and
each morning sees the battle formation.
the skirmish. the throwing up OF tempo
rary breastworks, and all the manoeuvres
connected with an active campaign.
The picture i send represents Captain
william Russell and his crack squad from
the Walker Light Guard. Company Il. Se-
cond Virginia Infantry. and Is composed
Of some OF the best-drilled men In camp.
Squad-drillIng has been very much en-
couraged. and II has been proposed to Of
fer certain honors to Increase individual
effort.
ThA comm ndx are being recruited vary
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-07-24

| of the boys. II has been found necessary
| to limit the number of daily passes into
the city, and to grant no passes while the
paymaster is in camp This is great in
convenience to many OF the boys. but is
patiently borne for the sake Of discipline.
Comparatively speaking. there are very
few "drunks' in camp. and the behavior
OF the men Is excellent.
When our Virginia regiments first ar
rived at Camp Cuba Lbre. there was is
sued to the men very inferior quality
Of hardtack, which was condemned be-
fore the week had passed, and none of the
article has been issued to the men for the
past month. This particular hardtack is
being used now for souvenir purposes ex-
clusively Whether to elicit the sympa-
thies of the "old folks at home" or to
kindle spark OF admiration in the breast
OF a ministering angel, is not known. but
the mailbag Is burdened daily and the
supply Is fast disappearing.
THE FARE IS GOOD.
The fare is very good. and while not
burdened, as in our seaside resorts, by
most Oh oulAAcS, 40 sCAs HiiO4C-
some, and, on the whole, enjoyable.
The boys were pleased at first with the
novelty OF camp-life. and when this wore
off were correspondingly depressed. but
this depression has now given away to
quiet contentment, and a desire upon the
part Of the men to do their duty and to
bear all necessary privations in the spirit
of loyalty.
We are progressing rapidly in drill and
other exercises. Every day from 10 to IL |
o'clock is held schools for the instruction |
of non-commissioned officers, and from IL |
to II the officers school conyenes. These |
schools are sources OF much helpful in
struction. A generous rivalry exists
among the pupils as to who is the better
posted, and this calls forth on the part OF
the officers much helpful study. Every
afternoon the battalion is drilled In the
evolutions previously reviewed in the
school, thus merging the practical with
the theoretical.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
OTHER LOCALS.

Dr. J. i. Johnson will he in town
every Monday ana Tuesday to do den
tai work.
If you want good turnips, from new
until the middle of Sept. is the time
to sow the seed. Turnip Seed at
Smiths Drug Store.
A simple, sure and cheap cure
for distemper: Put common stick
blueing in water and give it to the
animal affected.
j. r. NJ. Smith has Just received a
select stock of fine Perfumery of the
most celebrated perfumers' make. La
dies give him cali.
Harris Business College, of Jackson
Miss, will refund half Of yonr tuition
under their guarantee plan If they fail
to secure you Il situation.
When You ask for DeWitt's
Witch Hazel Salye don't accept a
ounterfeit or imitation. There
are more cases 0fIIiles being cur,
er by this, than all others combin'
ed. Jagoe & Co.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
June Is, l696--tf

TO CuHa 81 Cola in one Day
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets
All druggists refund the money if it
falsto cure IS cents
Strengthen the digestion, re-
ulate the liver and purify the
bowels if you would have health.
To keep those organs healthy and
vigorous is the especial province
of Prickly Ash Bitters. When
there is any arrangement it acts
directly on the affected organ,
going right to the scat Of trouble
and driving ali impurities and
disease germs from the system.
Prickly Ash Bittera
is a thorough system tonic.
Heals the kidneys. stron%thana
and regulates the liver, stomach
and bowels and 50 fortiiies The
body that it can successfully re-
sist malariaI or either diseases
that may be prevalent. Fer sale
by Jagoc&Co.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
EStray Sale.

Taken up by Frank Bryant, on
or about Oct. 23rd, 1898, in Fifth
Supervisors District, OF DoHofo
County. Miss, two and enc half
miles east of Nernando, one roane
co.ored mare muIeabouttWoyears
old and about 13 } hands m2h'
Said mule has been duly register
ed, and appraised at S25. co. 1he
owner Will come forward and
prove property and pay charges
or the same will be sod on the
FIRST MONDAY in MARCH,
1899. as the law directs.
Il. Cobb, Ranger.
Nov. 2nd, 1898.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
Notice to Creditors.
Arkabutla, Miss,

Letters testamentary, on the
estate of A. B. Robertson deceas-
ed were granted to me by the
Chancery Court of DeSoto Coun-
ty, Mississippi, on the oath day OF
October, 1898. All persons hav-
ing claims against said estate are
required to have them probated
and registered by the Clerk OF
said Court within one year iron
this date or they will be forever
barred.
W. D. Bmdgforth, Extr
G. A. Marshall, sol.
J Oct! "a, 1895!
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
D. VI. Docke.y.
Re 4istTattGts EoAc".

The Registrar, VI. L. Smith,
has opened the registration book
for those Of the towpcitizons who
desire to record themselves as
municipal voters. it matters
not if you have registered in the
past. you must register again,
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
Extra Fine Pigs.

Two thorough bred Poland Chi
ma boar pigs ready for service
and seven thorough bred Poland
China pigs, all subject to regis
tration, for sale by j. c. Acree,
fernando, Miss.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
MEAT MARKET.

Our school points the young
man or maiden, whose feet are
NJ ering in soft green meadow
and flowery paths, to "The Roy
al Path of Life and all those who
have attended in the'past cheer
fully testify that the time and
money spentunder our instruc-
tions has beena golden link that
will purchase pure gems.
Write for our Catalogue free.
Arkabutla Business College.
j. T. Thomas, Prin.
Arkabutla, Miss.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19

Overcome evil with good. Over
come your coughs and GOLDSMITH
One Minute Cough Cure. 1t is so
good children cry Tor it 1t cures
Group, bronchitis, pneumonia
grippe, and all throat and lung
diseases, Jagoe &Co.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
FREE TUITION.

$G4 pays board and tuition in
Iuka Normal Institute from Nov.
S, SO to June 3, '99, seven andone
half months. Write for partlcu-
lars to II. A. Dean, Iuka, Miss
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19

Opportunities passed are gone
forever and our lives we live but
once. If error overtakes Us on the
way it is because we have passed
by in needless hastenature's s warn
mo that calls at every ones door
once in life, and if wearenotready
to receive itit passes by Andthe
opportunities now offered by the
Arkabutla Business School have
never had an equal in the nlne-
teenth century and many of the
Young who fail to take this advan-
| tage will spend much time in the
future regretting these offers.
J. 7. Thomas, Prin.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
NOTICE TO CREDITORS.

Eetters of administration upon
Tho estate of jill. Summers were
issued to me by the chancery
court of Dei5oto County, Miss
issippi on the Is tn. dayof August
1898. All persons having CLAIMS
against said estate are required
to have the sameprobateda and re-
gistered by the Clerk of said co,
urt within one year or they VIII
be forever s&rred.
Sept. til. 1895 W.D. Brldgforth
Admr.
G. A. Marshall,
Sol.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
C,onstipation prevents

Constipation prevents the
bodv from ridding itself of waste
matter. DeWitt's Little Early
Risets will remove the trouble
and cure Sick Headache, Bill
ousncss, Inactive Liver and clear
the Complexion, Small, sugar
coated, don't grippe or cause
nausea
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
fish Market.

On Wednesdays and Saturdays
of each week I will have all kinds
Of Fresh Water Fish at lowest
prices. Chas. II. Robertson.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19

hereby notify the public that
my land is posted and should any
one disregard this notification
whether to hunt rabbits, squirrels
or cartridges, he must suffer the
consequences.
D. NJ. Docke.y.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
WANTED.

| want to buy 10 fathogs weigh
ing 225 to 250 pounds delivered at
Nesbit, Nov. 18th.
d. (. Wilson.
Nesbit, Miss.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19

A choice lot Of straw berry
plants and fine seed wheat. Ap-
ply to T. G. Dockery, Loves Sta.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19

Did You say that yru had Dyspop-
sia
If YOU wish to be cured try Stuart's
Dyspepsia Tablets at the Drug Store.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
Nesbit, Miss.
For Rent.

Dwelling house near the depot.
Possession given Jan. 1st, 1899.
Apply to GEO. WOOD.
Times-promoter., 1898-11-19
CONVICTS TO LET.

Notice is hereby given that on
the FIRST Monday in December,
1888, the Board Of Supervisors
viii let out the county cOnvictS
for the year 1899 to the success
full bidder who will berequirec to
give bond in the sum Of $500; but
the Board reserves the right to
reject any and all bids
r. r. Maxwell, Clerk.
The sooner a cough or . cold is
cured without harm to the suffer,
er the better. Lingering colds
are dangerous. Hackino cough
is dangerous. Gne Minute Coogi
Cure quickly cures it, Why sui
cfer when sutih q cough cure IS II
reach! Ttis pleasant to the taste
Jagoe & Co.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1898-09-03
her away. With tigerlike force she tore
the hand away and shrieked

her away. With tigerlike force she tore
the hand away and shrieked
"Help. helpl Will no one come2",
She tore, fought, struggled and
screamed until all her strength seemed
ebbing from her Presently the low
murmur of voices reached her ear She
uttered wild, wailing sob and swoon-
ed away.
"Musha, deal gently with her. See,
thanks be to God. she's comm round
A little more water, Pat Monaghan.
Och, my curse and the curse Of all good
men on the villain that's doin thisl''
1t was GATHERINGS favorite old groom
who spoke as he leaned tremblingly
over the form Of his mistress, who lay,
half swooning. her head resting on the
heart of man. The old man held a
lantern, the light Of which was shed
upon GATHERINGS face
For some time that face had been
white and cold, but now the blue lips
had turned to a delicate pink, and the
eyelids quivered, then unclosed
"Stand back, said voice she knew
"She's all right now."
She looked up and met the tender
eyes Of Mr.. Langford
What has happened?" she asked,
trembling.
81 was coming along the avenue
when heard call for help | ran for
ward and saw you struggling with a
masked man. The moment appeared
the rufflan vanished. He was not alone.
There were others with him, I'm sure. "
my men are searching the place, "
said the sergeant Of police. IF the ras-
Gals are in the woods We'll catch them. "
All GATHERINGS courage seemed to
have failed her: She dropped her head,
tears blinded her eyes, and putting her
hand on Langford' 8 arm she said family:
"Take me home.
Gently and tenderly he led her back
to the castle. Meantime the police
searched far and wide, but found no
trace whatever Of her assailants-
TO BE CONTINUED.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1898-09-03

VEsUvIUs KILLED 100.-The unique
dynamite cruiser Vesuvius has joined
Admiral Simpsons squadron in New
York bay. The Spaniards called her
"The hurler of earthquakes" Com
mander John E. Pillsbury talked inter-
estingly of his vessel.
"Her guns" said he, "were very
effective in their work. The Vesuvius
is great success"
The dynamite cruiser only fred 26
shots at the batteries defending the
entrance to Santiago harbor. The
charges of gun cotton varied from 100
to 200 pounds, the aggregate of the
explosive hurled at Santiago's defenses
being estimated at 1000 pounds, or as
one of the officers put it, "Ten times
as much as would be necessary to blow
up every ship now in New York bay,
including the squadron over there, and
the countless other boats"
Captain Caucas, of the Spanish flag
ship Maria Teresa, told Captain Pills
bury that one of the Vesuvius' shells
struck the barracks between the light
house and Moro Castle and killed
over 100 soldiers.
Being unarmored, the Vesuvius did
all her work at night. The Spaniards
could have knocked her to pieces in
daylight.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1898-09-03

General Blanco has declared to sew
eral of the most prominent citizens of
Havana that it is his intention to de-
liver the city in good order to the
Americans, and put the reins of gov
ernment in their hands in such man
ner that they will be able to enter
Immediately upon their duties and
take up the work at the exact point
where he leaves off. The newspapers
have ceased their attacks against the
Americans, and most of the Spanish
residents of the city fondly hope that
annexation will be their fate, instead
of an independent government dom
mated by the Cubans. General Blan-
co, however, is working to the end
that both the Spanish and Cuban
factions may be united in an amicable
way.