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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
TOWERS OPENING TOMORROW.
A Handsome Display of Holiday
Goods at Second and Broad streets.

Extensive preparations have been made
for the Christmas opening at The Tower,
Messrs. Julius Sycle e. Son, Second and
Broad streets, tomorrow. The firm ex-
tends cordial invitation TO the ladies
of Richmond TO call during the day or
evening and inspect their fine Christmas
stock
A number of arches have been arranged
In the store. Some OF these have been
decorated with holly and evergreen, while
others show very artistically samples
from various lines carried by the firm.
At the first arch, on entering the door,
will be shown a clever representation OF
an angel.
The Broad-street windows have been
made very attractive. There Is magni-
ficent display of Handkcrchiefs in one,
and a grand showing of Tailor-Made Suits
in the other. The three Second-street
windows contain Toys and Fancy Goods.
The firms stock of holiday goods Is
more complete than ever before, as visi-
tors to the store tomorrow Will discover.
There is not an article for the Christmas
trade to be found in a frst-class dry
goods and notion store that will not be
found there, and the prices throughout
are marvellously low.
The line OF Sterling Silverware carried
is exceptionally fine, and embraces every
thing to be found in a complete stock of
these goods.
In Portieres, Lace Curtains, Rugs,
Umbrellas, Bric-a -Brac. and Fancy Goods,
the firm has pleasing displays. These
stocks were carefully selected for the
local holiday trade, and the prices are
such that they will move rapidly.
Upstairs. in the Cloak Department.
may be found Cloaks and Suits for ladies'
and girls.
The basement will be n popular place
for old and young tomorrow, as II Is there
that the Toy Department is situated.
American and foreign markets have con-
tributed to the display to be made there,
and the stock is as complete as 1t can
possibly be. Toys, intended solely to
amuse the children, and Toys that will
instruct them, are to be found there.
1T is impossible to enumerate every
thing that we have for the Christmas
trade" said Mr. Samuel Sycle, the enter
prising junior member of the firm yes-
terday, "and the only way that 1 can
convey an idea of our Christmas stock,
Is to say that IT is larger tnan ever before.
We have made more elaborate prepara-
tions for our Christmas trade than ever
I'm the past. Our stock embraces useful
Christmas presents in great abundance.
Our Toy Department is par excellence"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
AT DURN Il cos.
Substantial Christmas Presents May
he Found There I'm Abundance.

For the Christmas trade Burk e. Co.,
1908 east Main street, show a splendid
stock of Clothing and Gentlemen's r1ir-
nishings. There is an air Of newness
throughout the whole store that is re-
freshing The father who is thinking Of
making his son a substantial Christmas
present can get a splendid suit of clothes
at this store for very little money. IL
he is thinking of getting him an over
coat Burk & Co. will be glad TO show
their stock. In either suit or overcoat
they will see 10 IL that the young man or
boy receives a fit.
There may be found suitable Christ
mas presents i'm the Gentlemens Furnish
ing Department. A tie or cravat will
make a desirable present
Burk * Co. carry a complete line IN
both their Clothing and Gentlemen's s
Furnishing Department and can supply
any present or future want OF the male
population of lRchmond. The clothing
that they sell is made at their own fac
tory, at Gl5-6N east Baltimore street,
Baltimore, Md, and il has great repu-
tation for its wearing qualities. Burk
& Co. are among the oldest clothiers In
the country. They have an enviabie rep
utaton. and they propose 10 always
maintain it. The local store Is one OF
the six branch stores owned by the firm.
Mr.. j. Rothschlld is the manager OF the
Richmond store.
Burk IL CO. cordially invite all holiday
BUYERS to call to see them.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
NATIONAL CYCLE-RACING ASSN.
Organization and Election OF Ohi'
cers-Proposed Alliances.


cers-Proposed Alliances.
NEW YORK, December S.-The Ma
tional Cycle Racing Association was or
ganized at a meeting of track-owners and
managers in this city to-day. 1t Is the
aim Of the association to control bicycle
racing, professional and amateur, in all
of the States east Of the Mississippi river
except Louisiana. An alliance will be
made with the Western Cycling Assocla-
tion. the California Association Of 'Cy-
cling Clubs, and the Southern Cycling
Association. These officers were elected:
President. G. a. Johnson, of Buffalo;
Vice-Presidents, o. d. Bloemcke, Of Walls
burg. y. j.. and +. House, or Harlem
Wheelmen; Chairman Of District A, en-
bracing all of New England. f.. +. kel-
sey. of Hartford, Conn; Chairman of Dis
trict b, embracing New York and New
Jersey, W. Wilson. of Buffalo; Chairman
Of District c. embracing the Middle
States. J. f. Daley; Chairman Of District
ID. embracing the Southern States. g..
Cable. of Jacksonville. Fla; Chairman OF
District +, embracing the Western States,
Charles L. Root, of Chicago.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
GOVERNOR OF WESTERN CUBA.
Wade Apparently TO he the Man
Greene TO BE Governor OF Hahana.

HABANA, December S.-7:2j Z. NJ
Major General James +. Wade, president
Of the United States Evacuation Com
mission, has received certain instructions
from President Mckinley, which seem to
indicate that he will be appointed mill
tary governor of Western Cuba. A formal
announcement Is daily expected from
Washington, though it may be delayed
until the time comes for II change OF flags.
General Greene will be governor Of
the city of Habana. He has already vir-
tually taken hold, as he is having some
of the streets cleaned. and Is deyising
measures for the sanitation and policing
Of the city.
THE CHANGE OF FLAGS.
The preparation for a change OF flags
is being brought about by degrees, and
the transition will not be abrupt. AL
ready the ev1ctajion Of the province n
Habana is complete, except for the troops
stationed in the city. OF these there are
1900.
General Castellanos does not fix n date
for their withdrawal earlier than January
1st. but they will probably retire to Cien-
fuegos before Christmas.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09

seemed, he said, to have distorted idea
OF what soldier was, and 10 believe that
he was a schoolboy, TO be cOddled up In
nursery. rather than a man going forth
to do battle and endure, with resignation.
the hardships incident thereto. He con-
ciuded with the relation OF very touch
ing incident Illustrative OF the unmur-
muring endurance Of the Confederate SOL
der. and when he took his seat the guests
took their departure.
THE GUESTS.
Among those present were T. Roberts
Baker, George L. Christian. Robert Stiles.
Dr. John X. Page, John 4. Laughton.
Julian Mccarthy, John William Jones.
Ike Duval, III. G. Carter, II. X. Roberts,
L. NJ. Crump, II. T. Sydnor, George w.
Porter, w. II. Tatum, T. d. uoncure.
J.. III. Sclater, Van Lew McCreery, Edw.
Gray, Robert S. Bosher. James G. Tins
ley, Laney Jones, Jr., William II. Parker,
Boswell AIsop. George Gibson, Joseph A.
Grigg. William +. Smith, John +. Nc
Kenney, George Booker, w. a. Evans.
James T. Gray, John Murphy, III. Lee
Lorraine, n. T.. Word, Charles G. Bosher,
Edw. Alvey. Captain B. Lorraine. Edw.
s. Cardoza. c. T.. Wingo, S. S. +. Pate
son, Harvey Barnes, Rev. William Dame
L. b. Franklin, Il. Nj. Gwathmey, Cap
tain John A. Hutcheson, ID. o. Davis,
Carlton Mccarthy, ID. s. Mccarthy, c. A.
Motley, Major w. T.. Simons and stan'
Captain W. G. Harvey, Jr., K. L. Adams
A. c. Stagg, Captain Il. j. Bosher, w. W.
Barrow, Joseph NJ Fourqurean, William
NJ Allen, Jack Wilson, w. Il. Daniel,
George A. Jones. George A. Smith, j. 7.
Vaughan. J. S. Bosher, S. T. Adkins, Will
liam Kane, and j. II. Dodd, Jr.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09

MONTGOMERY, ALA. December s.
Both houses of the Legislature to-day
passed the following resolution. inviting
President Mckinley 10 visit Montgomery:
Resolved by the Senate Qhe House
concurring) That President Mckinley be.
and he Is hereby, cordially invited, in the
name Of the General Assembly and the
people of Alabama, 10 extend his visit TO
Montgomery, the State capital, and to be-
present on the 18th day OF December as
the States guest. or at such other time
as may best suit his pleasure or conve-
pfpuce
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
DOUBLE MURDER IN MISSOURI.
Terrible Work of the Green-Eyeu
Monster, Jealousy.

MISSOURI CITY, MO, December S-A
double murder was committed tonight in
a country church two miles out from Mis-
souri, City. Miss Della Clevenger was shot
down and mortally wounded, and her es-
cort to the meeting-house. George Allen
was instantly killed. The murderer was
Ernest Clevenger, cousin TO the young
woman who was one of his victims. The
tragedy occurred Immediately after the
congregation had been dismissed. and as
the worshippers were leaving the church
Young Allen and Miss Clevenger were
walking together. Ernest Clevenger slip
ped up behind them, placed revolver
close TO Aliens head, and fired. His
victim fell dead at his feet The ASSASSIN
then turned the weapon upon his falr
cousin. and shot her i'm the pack. She fell
across the body Of her murdered escort.
The murderer escaped. Jealousy was the
cause.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
RAPID SPREAD OF SMALLPOX.
Two Hundred Cases in Pennsylvania
Toyn-Diseasc Not Recognized.

HUNTINGDON, PA, December g.
Among Bedfords population Of 2.So there
are about 200 cases Of what is said to
be genuine smallpox, This alarming con-
dition Of affairs was discovered yester-
day. Men, women, and children, the
State Health officer declares. with small
pox crust on their bodies and faces, have
been travelling the streets daily and
nightly and visiting from house TO house,
unconscious of the true nature OF their az
Fiction. The rapid spread of the disease
was due to the inability OF the local ply
sicians TO diagnose it. not one Of the prac-
ticing physicians Of the town ever before
having treated a smallpox case. Drls-
tic measures were taken to-day 10 prevent
the contagion from spreading further. The
whole town Is closely quarantined. policed,
and guarded, and heroic measures Will
be prosecuted to check the plague.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
SELLS TO CONTINENTAL COMPANY.
American Tobacco Company fh"'
n,snoses of Its Plug business.

NEW YORK, December S-The Ameri-
can Tobacco Company to-day voteu 10 sen
its plug tobacco business to the Conu-
mental Tobacco Company.
The announcement was made that Har-
r,son Drummond had succeeded W. H.
Butler az a director
THE bylaws were amended so as TO
prevent any director or oiiicer Oh 'he
American Company from engaging d.
,ec,Iv or otherwise in any business SINH
la, 10 that Of the company. or from man
ufacturlng any supplies connected there-
with without the censent or two-thifos
Of the directors
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
Low Rates via Southern Railway
Account Christmas Holidays.

For this occasion the Southern railway
will sell tickets between points on its
line and from stations on its line 70
noints south OF the Potomac and east OF
the Mississippi rivers, at rate OF one ana
one third first-ciass fares for the rouhu-
trip. oo q, q,
Tickets will be sold December y, 20, -
%. 50, and 81, 1898. and January l. 1917
araI limit returning January 4, 1899.
no students presenting certificates OF
,resident or principal OF their college or
school tickets will be sold on above basis
from December l6 10 3. 1855. inclusive,
anal limit OF all tickets January I. 1873.
Further information as to rates, sche-
au,es ETC., furnished by agents Southern
railway or c. w. Westbury. TrsVelhnS
passenger Age :. Richmond, Va
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
THE GREAT PIANO SALE.
bargains To-day In the Worid-Fa-
nous Chlckering Pianos.

At the great Piano sale, conducted
by Mr.. George A. Minor, In the big stone
building, Ninth and Broad streets, there
are bargains in frst-class Pianos. when
will astonish YOU Think of it-brand-new
Chickering Pianos, just from the fac
tory. The Oldest and worlds most famous
Piano. at prices less than you can buy
cheaply-made Pianos for, even less than
secondhand pianos are selling for. These
are the new styles for 1899, sent for eXhi-
bition. and the factory wants everybody
TO see and hear them. There are also
stock of organs on exhibition, which will
be sold at half price, on easy terms.
GEORGE A. MINOR, Manager.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
Mig Reduction Sale of Pianos.

day bargains. Such prices and values
have never heretofore been given In
Richmond as we will offer for the next
few DAYS in high-grade Pianos.
Here are a few prices: one Splendid
I-pright. full size. in perfect order, origi-
nal price 500, at special price at only $l00'
Another Upright, Mahogany Case, In ex-
cellent condition, only slightly used,
which originally sold for Si25, we ofter
at only $500.
A large stock of new styles. We quote
special manufacturers prices at TINS
sale CHASE BROS. PIANO co,
4ls east Broad street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
The KeeIey Cure.

drunkenness Is a disease. nos vice, :"
and the efficacy Of the Keeley Treatment
is testified to by thousands OF men and
women. who stand as living Witnesses
In behalf OF yourself or friend. address
or call in confidence.
THE KELLEY INSTITUTE,
1919 east Marshall street.
New 'Phoae. l2oI
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
Elegant Watches.

The Nowlan Company have by far tn
largest assortment of Elegant Enamelles
Chatelaine Watches.f In both gold ant
silver. 70 be found m the city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
II the Baby 4. cuttinE Teeth

be sure and use that old and wei!-trie<
remedy. Mrs. winslow's Soothing Syrup
for children teething. II soothes ths
child. softens tho gums. a!lays all pain
cures wind collie. and is the best remedy
for diarrhoea. twenty-five cents . bottloA
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
superb Diamonds. /.

The Nowlan Company have for the
holidays Superb Diamond Brooches. Pins.
pendants. and Rings. in many rsw and
exclusive designs.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09

Be sure and attend our Special Plane
Sale this week. Unusual prices are being
quoted. CHASE BROS. PIANO CO..
4l9 east Broad street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
Handsome Novelties.

The Nowlan Company have tho larges
ard handsomest line OF Gold and silver
Mounted Umbrellas. Pocket-Books. Card
Cases, Fans. Opera-Glasses. etc. to b
found lu the city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09

OF bills on tho pension calendar. Mr.. Vest,
OF Missouri, said: II do not want 10 be
eaptious about this pension business, and
Go not want to set myself up as a re-
former. but this thing Of passing lot
OF pension bills simply by the reading
of the titles and when a quorum OF the
Senate is not present. has got to be stop
ned -
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
IL You Have Damp Walls

apply to l.. ID. Johnson, 1924 east Main
street; phone. l6i. Best Richmond and
New York city references.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09

pass unchallenged. as a discussion would
have provoked debate and bad blood.
POSSIBLE CONTEST WITH FRANCE.
Diplomatic circles I'm Paris predict, as
one of the results Of the treaty, di-
plomatic contest between France and the
United States, which may have an i'm
portant chapter In history.
The French Government is reported 10
have resolved TO take up the case OF the
French holders Of Cuban bonds, and IL is
believed France will declare that the re-
pudiation Of the bonds Is a result or the
treaty which the victorious nation Inn
posed upon Spain They argue that
through the treaty. responsibility has
been shifted upon America, and that.
therefore, the French Government Will
endeavor TO exact some pledge for the
payment or guarantee Of the bonds.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
PENSION spoLIATIoN.

After further referring to the methods
by which pension bills are passed by the
Senate. MIR. Vest said: "Men OF the South
nave sat here and permitted the bills TO
be passed, having some delicacy about
entering objections to the course OF pro-
cedure. Recent events have obliterated
secuonalism, and We are once more
united, and are one country, with one
Treasury. We can, therefore, come here
ana object to this spoliation--and / use
the word advisedly. without fear Of hav-
ing our motives impunged or our words
misconstrued. We are paying out in
round figures $i4l, 100000 annually for pen
sions, and IL is our duty TO find out why
II Is that, thirty-three years after the
close OF the civil war. this thing OF pen
sion claims shows so enormous a sum.
/ have been criticised by some OF my
people because | have not taken a more
determined stand on this pension Ques-
tion. / want. however. 10 pay munh-
Gently and literally in pensions. / regard
such payment as a sacred duty, but / do
object TO the passage Of these bills with
out proper consideration, and without the
same restrictions that are hedged about
other measures"
Mr.. Galllnger CNew Hampshire), as
chairman Of the Pensions Committee,
agreed with Mr.. Vest In his desire 10
have the pension bills carefully consider
ed. He demanded that a Senate quorum
should be in attendance when the pension
calendar is considered.
ADVOCATING CLAYTON BULWER
TREATY.
During the consideration Of bills on the
pension calendar. Mr.. Caffery Q>ouisiana)
introduced this resolution:
That II is the sense OF the Senate OF
the United States that the President en-
ter into negotiations with the government
of Great Britain for the purpose of abro-
eating or modifying the Clayton-Bulwer
treaty so FAR as and to the extent that
the same may be deemed 10 prevent the
United States from owning, constructing,
controlling, or operating an interoceanic
canal across the Isthmus of Darien."
At the expiration of the one hour allot-
ted 10 the consideration of the pension
calendar twenty-siX bills had been pass
ed.
At 1;50 O'Clock the Senate went into exc
cutiyc session.
At 215 o'clock the Senate resumed bust
ness in open session.
NICARAGUA CANAL BILL.
Mr.. Morgan called up the Nicaragua
| canal bill. with a view to making ii the
unfinished business. He moved that the
/ Senate proceed TO the consideration of the
: bill. Instantly Mr.. Pettigrew moved 10
adjourn. On this motion the ayes and
noes were demanded. The vote resulted
10 ayes. AZ noes. Mr.. Morg0ns motion to
proceed with the consideration of the
Nicaragua canal bill was then carried.
and after the bill had been laid before
the Senate, this becoming the unfinished
business, the Senate, on motion of Mr..
Morgan, at 2:25 adjourned until Monday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09
The We athGr.

- WASHINGTON, December g.
1riIp Forecast for Friday:
For Virglnia-Fair weather, fol-
lowed by increasing cloudiness In
the afternoon; colder; the low tempera-
ture will continue through Saturday;
fresh, westerly winds.
For North ana South Carolina-Partiy
cloudy weather; much colder; cold
weather weather will continue through
Saturday; high west 10 northwest winds.
THE WEATHER IN RICHMOND
YESTERDAY was clear and pleasant
ctata ~ thermOmeter.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-09

PENSION EVIL IN THE SENATE
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-06-10
TO THE HERALD.


WASHINGTON, June 9.-General Skaters army, when it
all collected going to Porto Rico The destruction of the
Notifications at Santiago by Sampson has convinced the admin
sration that large army in the eastern end of Cuba
waste of men and money Four five thousand troops
all that will be required to invest the town of Santiago when
the assistance from the insurgents is reckoned. Four or five
American warships maintain the blockade at Santiago
habor and prevent Cervera escape President Mckinley has
come to the conclusion that fierce fight at Santiago would
probably the SpanadS to blow up CerveraS squadron
End he believes that the Viscaya Oquendo Maria Teresa and
Cristoba Colon will prove ornamental to the American navy
when manned by American sailors Transports have been
steadily dispatched from Tampa during the last week. The six
seven vessels necessary to convoy the destined for
Santiago unquestionaby with Sampson The landing
of marines at Aguidores recently the preliminary step
toward putting into Santiago province the 5000 troops
sary to command the chief town. Other transports at Key
West More moving down the western coast of Florida
to that point and there still remains at Tampa quite deac
ent of troops which have been unable to leave owing to the
confusion of the commssary and subsistence stores Cen
era Shaer and his staff there is the best for believing
are still Tampa News of their departure and the depart
ue Of the remaining troops intended for this expedition with
1.-The two-fold object, is hourly expected.
Today developments bear out the Washington dispatches
completely 1t obvious two weeks ago that army of
$4,000 was unnecessarily large for the capture of Santiago
view of the proposal to General Caxto Garcas force of
insurgents with guns and ammunition.
Lieutenant Rowan, Immediately his return from Santiago
province made clear that Garcia would be able to gather at
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-06-10
TROOPS UNDER COMMAND OF SKATER
Are Not Needed for the Investment Of Santiago and
Will Take Longer Ocean Voyage and Dis
embark at San Juan de Porto Rico

least 5000 men the American ships appeared in the
ofng. He also explained to the department that while
General Lnares had apparently 5000 10000 troops least
halt OF them would prove but poor soldiers owing to bad
discipline the arreaages of pay and the lack of food and san
tay arrangements With these expert opinions before them
army officers that force of 5000 American troops
acting in conjunction with the insurgents would completely
dominate the situation, while naval officials equally clearly
that the bockadng of the port of Santiago would prevent
Cerveras escape and might have the effect of giving the
United States the four formidable and fast cruisers imprisoned
in the harbor Unless therefore, unexpected contn-
gency arises to change the plans the United States if it has
not already done will land 5000 troops at Santiago and
send the other transports and the majority of Simpsons fleet
to Porto Rico Santiago should be taken in effect if not
absolutely in fact before the expiration of this week and
SIMPSONS guns should be laundering at the redobts of San
Juans Moro by next Tuesday Wednesday, while the trans
ports bearing troops lying twenty miles out at sea- The
president believes that with Cerveras squadron in trap the
town of Santiago dominated by the American and nsurgent
troops and Porto Rico take Spain will sue for peace If she
does not then the PRESIDENT told in last nights dispatches
will invest Havana with large army and send best war
ships the to seize the Canare and lombard the
Spanish coast towns
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-06-10
Appealed to the POpe

LONDON June 9The Rome pondn of the Daily says:
appeal has been made pope intervene or use all his
influence to obtain the interference Of the powers
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-06-10

Tn warm weather
and Wholesome beers the Los ANGELES
Telephone &.-Ad