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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02
THE CARDER BEATING CASE.
GOoch Testified That lie Hit The Plain
tiT with His Omen Hand.

til with His Open Hand.
BOYDTON VA, Dec. 1.-Special-Thc
suit of William Cardcr against w. u.
G0och for violent assault was continued
yesterday before the Circuit Court OF
Mccklcnburg. The evidence was con-
cuded about / o'clock and the whole of
the afternoon was consumed in arguing
the instruction and when the jury was dis
missed for the day. counsel We're still
hammering ON the instructions. The court
VIII give them 10 the jury this morning,
after which the argument viii begin.
W. "a. Gooch, the defendant i'm this
suit. was put upon the stand yesterday.
He denied most emphaucally that he
either struck Cardcr with his fist or
kicked him. but that he struck him with
his open hand IL Will be remembered
that Carder testified that Goch struck
him with bis fist several times and then
while Doc was down, kicked him on the
head several times
Immediately after the boatinG Cardcrs
blackencd face and eye and the knots on
the back OF his head. bore ont his state
mcnt that Dee had been struck with the
fist and kicked on the head. although no
one was present when the beating oc-
CURED.
There are six lawyers engaged I'm this
suit. and every inch Of ground has been
contested This is the third day of the
trial and the case viii probably be given
% the jury late in the afternoon. Much
speculation is INDUCED I'm as 20 the YER
dict of the jury. Some think the dam
ages given will be heavy but there IS no
accounting on what juries win do.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02
CnttIe Rrinn Enncv Prices.

MEHERRIN, VA. Dec Especial
The farmers of this section are highly
pleased with the prices FOR which they
have sold their cattle.
The fancy prices paid by the foreign
buyers are astonishing 10 many Almost
tho entire stock has been shipped from
this section
The three tobacco warehouses at this
place are doing q good business. and the
farmers are much encouraged 10 see the
prices advancing on their staple crop.
Rev. d. c. MOowaw. OF Roanoke city
is conducting a series Of meetings near
here lie is "a most eloquent speaker
and Is attracting large crowds.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02
METHODISTS OF
NORTH CAROLINA.
Or. Pritchett Addresses the Confer
ence on Missions.
LOCAL PREACHERS WITHDRAW.
Liberal Donation for Craven Hall at
Trinity College Reports on Charges
Were Mainly Gratifying-AnDi-
yersary Epworth League.

ELIZABETH CITY, y. c.. Dec. l.
Specialize second days session OF the
North Carolina Conference was called to
order by Bishop Fitzgerald. Father
Hooker oneroG prayer Letters from
Secretary Editor Dubose.. Of the Epworth
Era and from the Anti Saloon League
were referred 20 committees.
An affectionate letter from the vener-
able DR.. Cunninggim was read and the
Bishop asked the Conference to sing
How Firm a Foundation"
Rev. Mr.. Johnson. of the Presbyterian,
and Rev. Mr.. Penick. Of the Baptist
Churches were introduced
MISSIONS.
Dr. J. II. Prtchett missionary score
tary Of Nashville. made a speech on
missions. emphasizing the necessity Of
organizing each Sabbath school into a
missionary society. RcvN W. b. Moore.
Of the Conference, was announced as
transferred 20 the Virginia Conference.
Presiding Elder Bemann Of Wilmington,
stated that Mcssrs. Crumpler and Kelley.
local preachers. had withdrawn from the
Church and surrendered credentials
Rev. y. NJ. Jurney made an appeal
Tor aid I'm building Craven Memorial Hall
al Trinity College ana received liberal
collection
Rev Il. II. Law. field agen, of the
American Bible Society. spoke in behalf
81 the Bible cause.
The committee on Conference relations
submitted a report which was adopted.
QUESTION 20.
The call OF question 20 was resumed
ana Durham. Fayetteville and Whining
ton districts were reported by charges
which were mainly gratifying.
Tho Conference adjourned at I o'clock
with the benediction by Rev. J. W. Jenk-
ms.
DR.. ]. d. Barbee. Of Nashville preach
ed a strong sermon tonight on the oc-
casion of the anniversary meeting of the
EpwOrth League.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02
THREW HIMSELF
UNDER A TRAIN.
BENJAMIN Fewell Commits Suicide in
a Dramatic Manner.
WARRENTON HUNT CLUB MEETS.
4 Warm Contest for County Othccrs III
Fauquicr Next spring Is Brewing
Nearly Every incumbent VIII
Have Strong Opposition

c,c,tol
WAEtENI1N. Va .'..,,,.,, ~
benjamin fcw.I. OF I"'7 ,i.,o,,.,,.,.
mittcd suicide 'asl M'-"., -, 80
himself lu front "I ii'F'.b -
Marshall on the Mana "''''''" ~ '''-0
Southern railway.
The Waucnion hunt cup mas ar!ans. .
90 for rue meets during '"o mont" Vi
December. .....
LAND AT ND~4iC.>'
h. D. Eush. auclont,i' Ao.u on Mon
day as- ior j.. g. ,.''' ~ l9'v,' Io'
acres 0t .Ind in upper aul"',. hi'o"
as so .snt Gordon. I'D j. 'Iolb'. lot
500 p.r acre.
The r.NIfI services i' progress "l 'ile
1ilrrst church. conducted 10y Kew
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02
PECULIAR POISON.
Generated In the Human Body.
The Result of Imperfect Digestion of
Food.

Every living thing. plant or animal,
contains within itself the germs OF certain
decay and death.
In the human body these germs Of
disease and death Called by scientists
Ptcmaincs). are usually the result of inn
perfect digestion OF food the result OF
indigestion OF dyspepsia
The stomach. from abuse. weakness
does not promptly and thoroughly digest
the food The result is a heavy, sodden
mass which ferments tthe process Of de-
caD poisoning the blood. making It Thin
weak and lacking i'm red cOpuscles. pois-
oning the brain causing headaches and
pain In the eyes.
BAD digestion initiates the heart caus-
ing palpitation and finally bringing on
disease Of this very important organ.
Poor digestion poisons the kidneys,
causing Brlghts disease and diabetes.
And this is so because every organ,
every nerve depends upon the stomach
alone for nourishmtnt and renewal. ana
weak digestion shows itself not only IN
loss OF appetite and flesh. but in weak
nerve, and muddy complexion.
The great English scientist Huxley.
said the best start in life is "a sound
stomach. weak stomachs fan TO digest
food properly. because they lack the pro-
per quantity Of digestive acids Oactic and
hydr0Chloric) and peptOgenic products;
the most sensible remedy in an cases Of
indigestion. is 90 take after each meal,
ono or two OF Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets
because they supply In a pleasant harm
less form an the elements that weak
stcmachs Lack.
Tine regular use OF Stuart's Dyspepsia
Tablets will cure every form Of stomach
trouble except cancer OF the stomach.
They increase flesh. insure pure blood.
strong nerves. "a bright eye and clear com
piexion. because all these result only from
wholesome food well diccsted.
Nearly 400 druggists sell Stuarts Dys-
pcpsia Tablets az so cents FUN sized pack
age or by mail by enclosing price 10
Stuart Company Marshall Mich. but ask
your druggist first.
a little book on stomach diseases mailed
free. Address IT, a. stuart Co.. Marshall,
Mich.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02

SUFFOLK. VA. Dec. .-S9ecial-Fire
broke out ON east Washington street, ex-
tended. about midnight last night, and
would have destroyed a block. but for
prompt action by the Volunteer Fire Com
pany. The general offices Of the Suffolk
and Carolina railroad were only a few
doors away. TWO buildings occupied as
grocery. restaurant and lodging house
were burned Loss. S. 600: insurance. $S25.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02
Judge Scncr Remains.

FREDERICKSBURG. VA. Dec. l.
Speclal-At a meeting Of the Executive
Committee of the National Batuehelds
Park Association. held here. Judge James
b. Sener. who had resigned as chairman,
after much persuasion. consented TO serve
Ut the head of the committee another
year.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02

roads that had been put in such excellent
shape 40 considerable expense are being
torn an TO pieces This. az the beginning
Of winter, insuros us almost impossible
roads until warm dry weather Then The
road maker 40 ereat expense. viii do
10 all over again.
The crop of wheat sown was about as
usual but was sewed late and 300 bad
shape. in some fields the stand Of
wheat IS very thin
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02

those who heard tho speech that Mr.
Butler spoke like a prophet. for he pre-
dicted the identical situation which has
since attracted the attention OF the whole
country Washington Post.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02
A MASKED THIEF.
Good Roads Cut Up by Hauling Tics
ia Wet weather.

LOUISA. VA. Dec Special-While
tho family of Mr j.. J. Porter was at sup
per a Few nights ago. "a very bold sneak
thief entered and ascendcd 10 the second
floor 10 room of the ladies' and stole
about $50 from trunk one of the young
ladies being indlspOsed. did not remain
iu the dininG-room bat few minutes
and returned Co her room. The thief
cast her aside warning her 20 not make
al cutlery. and dashed down 20 the hall
aud cat. and was out OF sight IN the
darkness before the family could get out
Tho thief wore mask and could not be
identified.
Tho rainy season Is retarding every
kind Of work except tle-hauling. The
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-12-02
PIONEERS OF PROGRESS.
What tho Railroads Have Done an
are Doin-.

Among The most potent factors in the
progress o. civilization and advancement
are tie railroads. They open up 10 set
Element and development sections remote
from each other. and create and enhance
values within their territory which would
be simply impossible, save Tor their ex-
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29
I oOd's s ss2i'is

Is the BeSt-in fact the One True Blood P,rri-
fer. BE sure 10 get Hoods. Price 81. six for -.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29
THE PASSING HOUR.

The S. S. Columbia is said 70 be the
gem of Hilo bay.
The Independence day holiday was a
sort of a Hamlet without a Hamlet. 1t
amounted to nothing more than vaca-
ton for the Government employees.
It may have been annexation, it may
have been pure luck, it may have been
studied design, but the first dramatic
company to visit stars and stripes Ha-
waii proved to be a genuine prize
package.
Ever ready to assist all in surmOunt-
ing the common but VeXatiOus obsta-
cles Of life as it comes, the Advertiser
assures its lady readers that this is
honestly the season of lodge elections
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29

and that it is important every member
be present at both election and install
lation.
Realization of the program for the
expansion navy of the United States
means TO the port of Honolulu added
Importance. 1t may also signify that
Pearl lochs are to be utilized.
Cane cultivation in Hawaii promises
TO be placed on scientific and econo-
mic basis that will easily rival the till
age of the soil in the oldest countries
gaining the utmost results or yields.
Much of the advancement here in re-
cent years is due to the conduct of the
experimental station by DIR. Maxwell
and to the interchangeable researches of
that gentleman.
The tram mules doubtless would, if
they could, have a Thanksgiving SER
vice when the New Workers are well
away with their heavy patronage of
LhC 4lAS. nc DOyS nave bttn very pa
tent with the motor beasts. There has
been a sort of compensation for the
slowness of the service. The notorious
turtle pace of the lines has often stood
good as an excuse for a belated war
rior.
HiIo's Chamber of Commerce has set
an example that might we'll be follow
ed in Honolulu, if this place had a
Board of Trade that worked on modern
lines. There should be at some con-
venient and spacious place in the capt.
tai a representative exhibit. As it is
now, there is required infinite labor
and attention to demonstrate TO the
visitor on Oahu an idea of the produc-
tiveness of the lands of the group.
Hilo's Chamber of Commerce has been
having sort of county fair, and it has
been signal success.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29

that are upon them, and if possible to
prevent this great people from falling
to pieces, as the nations have fallen TO
pieces since the morning stars sang to-
gether over the birth of nations.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29
OUR DUTY is
THE REMEDY IS

Disinfectine, preparation that is
powerful and cheap.
No danger about using 1t, can be OBJ
tanned at our store in bottles at TWEEN
ty-five cents and upwards
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29
TIMELY TOPICS
November II, 1893.
A Paragon of Excellence.

Il faidSuu vi GACtliGlC6.
ALASKA Is attracting an
enormous amount Of aIten-
ton just now, and every line
of matter containing refer
enCe to it, is eagerly scanned
by thousands.
In view of this, perhaps it
is not out Of place to mention
a few facts worth consider
ing.
1. The Alaska is con-
~truoted upon strictly scIen-
tific principals. by which low
temperature and DIR, ness of
air are naturally and newt
ably obtained.
?. The Alaska has pre-
served fresh me ats perfectly
for three weeks IN the hot
test weather.
3. The Alaska produces
better results with less Ice
than any other.
4. The Alaska possess
the only provision chamber
free from odor
{. Between the outer and
inner walls there is an inch
an a hat space filled with
pure CHARCOAL, and experience
extending over three and a
malt years, has convinced
us t at the Alaska is without
doubt, the best refrigerator
On the market. in conStruc-
tion, in power 10 rreS rye
periShable goods. in economy
OF ice, and in fact, in all
points necessary 10 make
hem first class in every re
spect.
W. have them in several
sizes, at from SIS to SIS and
also keep the Alaska Ice
Chests.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29

Our city today is not in first class
eases of all kinds are prevalent.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29
YOUR DUTY IS

To see that the cesspools, outbuild-
ings and home is kept in disinfected
condition.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29

Hood, D:tt- are the only pills 90 take
iiOoi Ills with Hoods SarsaparilIa.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1898-11-29

and that it is important every member
be present at both election and install
lation.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-07-20
THEY RAN AWAY.
And the Nuptial Knot Was Tied in the
CITY of WashinotOn

Some surprise was created in the neigh
borhood OF Mount Herman, Hanover
county. yesterday morning when word
came from Washington TO that peaceful
and quiet countryside that Miss Bessie W.
Perrin and Mr.. Chas. J. Lietch. TWO popu-
lar young people. wcll-knOWn there
abouts. had been united In wedl0ck az
that mecca for Virginia couples.
ON Monday night the two young people
went 20 church, but did not return 10
their homes No one thought much Of
the matter believing that the young peo-
pie had gone OF with friends. The mes
sage had a somewhat startling effect
upon the parents OF the young lady. how
ever for they had objections 10 the mar
riage Things have assumed a philOsophi-
cal aspect though. and the young couple
will I'm an probability be welcomed by
the old folks
A special TO The Times last night from
Washington ID. c.. says.
Mr.. Charles J. Lietch and Miss Bessie
W Perrin. of Hanover county came 10
Washington on the FIRST train from Rich
mOnd this morning, and LETT az 10 AZ
o'clock A. NJ. as man and wife. Ny.
Lietch gave his age az the court clerk. S
office as past twenty-one years while
that Of Miss Perrin was stated 20 be
twenty. although they appeared 10 be a
very Youthful couple indeed After the
license was procured they were driven
10 the residence OF the Rev. J. j. Muir.
D. d.. pastor Of E-Street Baptist church.
Dr. Muir talked with them a few mo-
ments. and when. I'm response 70 his In
Quirics. they acknowledged that the,
were marrying without their parents
consent ne declined 10 perform the cere-
mony. They next repaired 10 the par
sonage OF Waugh Methodist Episcopal
chapel. az and l. streets. Northeast
where they were united IN marriage BY
the Rev. r. Eldrdge. pastor OF the
chapel. without delay They returned e
the Pennsylvania depot and left on the
next train for home Mr.. Lietch is a
popular employe OF the Chesapeake and
Ohio Railroad Company. His bride j;
an exceedingly attractive brunette. and
was quite a belle at her home. near Ash
cake in Hanover county.
Mr. Charles Melton and Mrs. Emma
j. Wyatt both OF Richmond. came q
Washington on the afternoon train TO-
day and were married at the parsonage
OF Wesley Methodist Episcopal chapel
at 500 Third street. Northwest, by the
pastor. Rev j. r Heisse. They were &C.
companied by Miss Disney. who stopped
over en- route 20 Pittsburg 70 be present
al the ceremony"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-07-20

BOWEN-Died. July 70. 1885 THAD,
DBUs ABBlT. infant son OF Ida b. ard
Thaddeus Bowen and grandson OF +.
w. Hicks, aged II months and 70 days.
Funeral from residence 1908 west
Marshall street. WEDNESDAY,, 18th
inst, at +. NJ.
KINKER. Died, In Philadclphia. Pa.
Tuesday. July 10Th. at 3.is, GEORGE
y. KINKER. in the nfty-thifd year OF
his age. -.
Funeral will take place from the resi-
denco OF his sister-ln-law, No y0g north
Firth street. at 5 o'clock FRIDAY
MORNING. with High Mass ~ ~.
Mary's church. Relatives and friends
are cordially invited 70 attend.
Interment IN 81. Mary's Cemetery
WHITLOcK. Died. at 30S south Fifth
street, AZ 9 E. ~. July 10 n ROBERT.
infant son OF Robert a. and Ellen Whit
lock.
Funeral from the late residence az !
r. NJ. July Goth. Friends and aecuaint-
ances respectfully invited 10 attend
Washington and Baltimore pager
oisssa amy.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-07-20
The Three Flags of the Confedcracy

II will be Of interest to many. especially
those who have grown 20 manhood and
womanhood since the war, to read the
history Of those three flags which adorn
the handsome invitations issued by the
Atlanta Chapter OF the Daughters Of the
Confederacy 10 the elegant reception the
members Of that chapter Will give Fri
day evening. July p.
The first OF that trio Of flags shows a
field Of blue with seven white stars the
number OF states which had seeded at
that timo) and red and white stripes be-
low This flag so much resembled the
United States flag as TO be often mistak-
On for IL at distance; so the battlefag
was then adopted-the field red and on II
n cross OF blue with thirteen white stars.
and the remainder Of the flag solid white.
on account Of this latter feature. the flag
was sometimes mistaken for nag OF
truce SO then was adopted the third flag
having a field Of red, and cross OF blue
bearing the thirteen white stars. and bars
OF red and blue; but the war closed be
fore this last ensign came into general
use.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-07-20

badly damaged. The other gunboat was
not Identified. lie. too. fired at the Dixie
hut fen short bv four hundred yards. A
few six-inch shells. though they did not
reach her. served as a sufficient warning
to silence her.
incidentally. the Dixie also routed
body OF Spanish cavalry az san Juan de
Cuba. day or two before the florloa
and Fanita expeditions attempted q and
ing there. A few days later she captured
the Three Bells and the Pilgrim prize
schooners. brought here yesterday aiter
a hazardous trip.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-07-20
THE VETERANS
THR0NG ATLANTA
Ccontinued on Flfth Pagej

famous scene at the Nashville conven-
ton Is anticipated ending IN the forcing
Of the place upon General Gordon.
Commander-in-Chlef Smythe, Of the
Sons OF Confederate Veterans, arrived to-
day. lie epects a large attendance or
tho Sons and says there VIII be 1900 OF
them Ia the parade Friday.
Nearly all OF the sponsors have arrived
Among them are Miss Mary soyre SEM
pie. OF Kentucky Miss Jennie ferger
Mississippi Miss Idylo Jett Texas,
Miss Mamie Bryan. Florida. Miss Sue
Johnson. Tennessee. Miss Ainie Dickin-
son. Lewis. w. Va.
SONS SPONSORS
All the sponsors for the Sons OF Con
federate Veterans. have arrived. and.
headed by their sponsor IN chief, tho
beautiful Miss Della Strlngfellow. %
Richmond, are al the Ar1gcn.
The Daughters OF the Confedsra,y are
well represented. their president. Mrs.
Kate Cabel Currie. OF Texas. arriving
during the day.
The reunion exercises viii begin IN tho
Auditorium at Piedmont Park tomorrow
at 10 o'clock
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-07-20
SCHLEY'S COUSIN DEAD,
He Committed Suicide Monday i'm Tam
pa by TAX ing Morphine.

TAMPA. FLA. July 1s-Frcman Schley.
cousin of Commodore Schlcy OF the Unit
ed states Navy. died at mis- rooms on
Seventh avenue. yesterday afternoon. To-
dav A. was announced by the physicians
th-, ho died from effects of an overdose
OF morphine and inquiry developed the
feet that 90 was taken with suicidal IN
ten Professor Schley was teacher OF
languages here and had been for years
He was man of pleasing address good
education and brilliant intelligence. HIS
family connections were known here 10
be the best and his pleasing manners
made him many friends.
lie made "a great deal Of money and re-
eeived large sums from his people, but
spent 30 like water. He was generous 20
n fault with his friends and his money
went this way For a long time he has
been strongly addicted 90 drink, but de-
spite this fact he had large patronage
and people representing the best element
of society sought him for lessons In
Spanish. French ana German AN ofwhich
ne taught 20 perfection. Some time after
the war clouds began 90 lower. he de-
cided 90 brace mp and made up his mind
90 seek place in the Navy. lie wrote
90 his cousin and told him OF his intcn-
tion and asked for place.
u now develops that DE received only
Indifferent announcement from the Com
modorc and DE has brooded over this
matter until 80 finally ended by him taxi
ing his own life j. r. Schley, a brother
IS "a prominent business man of Savannah.
while his mother lives in New York and
d. wealthy.
An uncle of his mothers side was once
Governor OF Georgia and on his father S
side Dee bad an uncle who was Governor
OF Pennsylvania Prof Schley's friends.
who have been intimate with him. say
that his disappointment at not getting In
the Navy preyed upon his mind and de-
spite his sunny disposition he could not
bear the idea OF being turned down by
o. knsman. He did not show this feeling
70 the casual observer but keeping IL 20
himself SO long ne finally ended his life.
lie left no letter or word Of explanation.
giving no reason FOR his rash act lie
was about forty years old and had tray
cleo over nearly the entire world previ-
Gus 10 his location here. The body was
shipped t1EIyannah this evening on the
order OF - brother. where II viii be
Inferred