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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
DEFENDED THE CAUSE.
Judge George 4. Christian Presents an
Address Before Lee Camp Last Evening.

Judge George L. Christian Presents an
Address Before Lee Camp Last Evening.
Lee Comp. y. l. c. V. held its regular
meeting last night. Commander John Z.
Laughton. Jr, presiding.
After a brief address by Commander
William Kean, Of Louisa Camp, Judge
George L. Christian was introduced and
delivered an able address on the Con
federate Cause and its Defenders" which
was truly an able historical address. The
speaker proved the justice of the cause
of the South from the records and many
citations from the abiest Northern and
European writer's who have discussed
the causes and the results of the Con-
federate struggle. He proved It's JUS
tice of the Confederate cause by indis-
putable testimony Of the greatest his
torlcal and military writers Of the civil
liZed world.
The South's defenders challenged the
admiration of all mankind not only Tor
the heroic deds and chivalrous bravery
Of her soldiers but for their noble defence
of constitutional principles.
Rev. ]. William Jones after paying a
graceful tribute TO Judge Christian, in
saying that In his paper he had prepared
true history, he moved that the thanks OF
the camp be extended the judge.
After the rising vote which Judge
Christian pleasantly acknowledged. Col
John Cussons was called upon for a
speech and responded briefly but elo-
ouently in a high compliment 10 Judge
Christians address
Judge Richardson moved that the
camp request that Judge Christian pre-
sent the camp with the address.
Judge Christian stated. that he was
scheduled to deliver the address again
but that the camp was welcome 10 the
COPY when ne had finished with II.
A number OF ladies were present In
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Two Yrnrs for a Sa .lor.

NEWPORT NEWS VA, Feb. IS
Special For assaultlng fellow seaman
named Henry Nelson with shovel,
Joseph Darton. the boatswain of the
schoOier Aleha, Captain Skolneld, was
tonight convicted In the Corporation
Court aud given two years in the peni-
Tertiary. The assault was committed
here Tuesday afternoon, while the Aleha
WAS taking on a cargo of steam coal for
Key West. Darten Is a native OF Novia
Scotia: Nelson was seriously wounded
on the forehead
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19

LYNCHBCRG VA. Feb. 1s.-Special. -
Mr.. Jacob Il. Lincoln, who died III lhIs
CITY Yesterday. and whose remains were
taken this afternoon 10 l. Xngton Tor
interment could trace directly ms rcla-
,ionship 10 President Lincoln.
In the year 1880 seven Lincoln brothers
driven from their home in England Dy
persecution. came to the United States.
and five of them settled on Linville S
creek. I'm Rockingham county purchasing
there q farm of sixteen hundred acres.
From one Of THESE five sons descendtd
Jacob. father Of the gentleman who died
here and from another descended
Thomas. father or grandfather OF the
President
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19

home Of his friend, Judge i. L. Buford,
at I.awrenceville, Va.
Mr. Bragg is prominent citizen OF
Brunswick county, and was at the time
of his affiction doing business in this
county.
Mr. John Wibb. an aged and esteemed
citizen. who suffered a stroke OF paralysis
a few days since IS no better.
The clerk OF the County Court this
morning issued license for the marriage
Of Mr.. John A. Massey, Of this county
and Miss Mary Moody. Of Northampton
county. y. c. The prospective groom IS
twenty-five and the bride to be is twenty
one years OF age.
Cards are out announcing the marriage
Of Mr.. J. d. Walker, Of Portsmouth, ana
Miss Belle Cato, of this county.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Girls Narrow Escape.

ASHLAND, VA. Feb. N.-Special.-A
Miss Ollie Mallory. "A young girl. about
fourteen years old and daughter of c..
A Mallory was returning from school
here to-day TO her home about three miles
I'm the country. she was pursued by two
tramp negroes, and scared almost speech
less. managing TO out-distance them ana
lodging about in the woods.
She eluded the culprits until Mr.. w. T..
TrevilHan. of Ashland. happened along
when the negroes disappeared.
A close watch out is being kept by the
officers for the hends and If they are
found they may be dealt with quite iorci-
bly
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
ANeriict for Damages.

LURAY. VA. Feb. S.-Spaciai.-The
Circuit Court has been in session since
Tuesday trying the case of Miss Juia
Pitman's executrx against the Norfolk
and Western Railway Company. Miss
Pitman was killed by passenger traln
December IS. 1895 near Rileyville' while
walking on the track.
Suit was brought for ten thousand dol
lars and the jury rendered verdict for
81. 800 The Railway Company Will appeal
the case.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
CIinkerS

In the CRATE put out the fire. Dead
tissue clogs and poisons the body.
1t must be expelled by skin. bowels,
kidneys and lungs or the first slight
sickness will soon develop into
very serious matter. A cold checks
the action Of these organs. They
need that healthful stimulant,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Captain Ralph C. Herndon.


ALLEN.-Died, at Summerville. s. c.,
February 18th. at A. NJ, BRANCH h.
ALLEN. OF Richmond.
The funeral Will take place THIS
Saturday AFTERNOON from Leigh
Street Baptist church at $3.50 o'clock.
lnterment in lakewood.
Washington, Baltimore and Phlladel-
phia papers please copy.
HOCKER.-Died at the Retreat for the
Sick, Friday morning. February III, 1875,
at 10 o'clock. GERALD STEWART
HOOKER son OF Edward +. and Bessie
Stewart Hooker; aged sixteen years and
one month.
Funeral services will occur at the resi-
dence. No. POI north Sixth street, SUN
DAY AFTERNOON at 4:3O o'clock.
Interment at HollvSc~' - stery.
2ts
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Duffy S Pure
Malt WhiSkey,

which prudent people know to be
a shield against grip, bronchitis
and pneumonia and other ailments
on the winter list. Itprevents con-
gestion and gives appetite. Just
what is needed when coughing,
fever and short breath give warn-
ing of danger.
Sold by Druggists and Grocers.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Pulaski Points.

PULASKI. VA, Feb. S.-special.-Rev.
DR.. Alfred Jones had a severe fall to-
day while climbing into his attic. strik-
ing the back OF his head. For time the
doctors attending him were very uneasy
about him, but now they hope there VIII
be no serious consequences.
Mr. Jesse BoOthc, an old gentleman
near Essie i'm this county, died yesterday.
He leaves a large estate. a widow ana
rnnrried sons and daughters.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
BRoAD STREET SHOOTING.
Mr.. w. A. Wood Draws ''s'o' u" "''
rrother-in-Lav.

Lee Faudree. a white man. II Is saio
went to the house OF his Drother-ln-la"
Mr.. w. A. Wood. last evening and TAX
ing therefrom an oil stove tried to dis
pose Of II 10 a Broad street dealer. While
in the store Mr.. Wood. the owner OF the
stove. entered and stopped the sale. Eau
dree showed fight when he left the store,
when his brother-in-law drew a revolver
and fired.
The bullet did not take effect, and Eau
dree is still at large.
Mr.. Wood was arrested and taken to the
Third station but later gave bond Tor
his appearance
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Acflnn Not InanImons.

ALBANY. y. Y. Feb. S.-Bishop Dud-
ley. OF Kentucky has declined to accept
the nosltlon of general secretary OF mo
board of managers of the Domestic and
Foreicn Missionary Society OF Tie l'ro-
tostaut Episcopal church ard has written
10 Bishop Doane announcing tnls deter
minauon. The letter states.
II have learned that the action of mo
hoard was nor unanimous fhe cOnstrain-
inc force Of supposed uuanimity T. no
longer present 10 compel the sacrifice 4
myself and OF my diocese"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19

LONDON. Feb. lS-Fire started early
this morning in ths block of storage
warehouses In Southwark completely
destroying the buildings and contents
The warehouses contained lrsa
quantity OF thcdtrlcal properties belong
ing 10 sir Henry Irving theatre. al %
which was consumed.
Among valuable properties burned were
everything connected with production or
? the plays of Hamlet Richard ILL., Mac
10Th. and peter the Oroal.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19

DALLAS. TEXAS. Feb. N-Dan ;.
Malvern. % Dallas. one ot the best
known Democratic eN-polucians OF ONO
and Indiana. "a famous figure In MANY
national Democratic conventions. sem.
the following telegram to President No
Kinlsy last night:
I'm case OF trouble with Spain Please
give me authority TO raise a regiment OF
ex-Confederates. l will enlist as prl-
yate."
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
A SENSATIONAL TRIAL.
The w. c. +. L. Prosecute Young Man
for Alleged Assault.

NORFOLK, VA. February B.-Speciai
7. q. Thompson. a young man. formerly
employed Us dispatcher here on the Nor
folk and Western railroad, is on trial in
the Corporation Court charged win
criminally assaulting Naomi Wood,
seventeen-year-old orphan girl last Oc-
tOber.
The Woman's Christian Temperance
Union has taken a lively interest in the
case and has employed two lawyers TO
assist in the prosecution.
Among the witnesses for the defence
are Rev j. r. Mastin. Of Richmond, ond
d. 7. p. May. Of Louisa.
r L. Gordon. Commonwealth attorney
~ Louisa county. is assisting tie de-
fence.
The case r. n sensational ouc and viii
consume several days.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
CHILDREN WIN A PISTOL.
One Little Tot Accidentally Causes the
Death of the Other.

WASHINGTON. VA. Feb. ESPECIAL.
Wednesday morning Mr.. oscar Dodson,
who lives in the village of Sperryville, in
this county. left a self-acting revolver on
his bureau in his room. In "a short time
ne heard a report from the revolver and
running 10 the room found one of his
children had been killed.
There were two children in the room
the oldest between four and five years.
the other about three years Of age. The
youngest was killed. II is thought that
one of them climbed upon the bureau 20
get The pistol, and the other tried TO take
~ away from him. and in pulling ii the
pistol was discharged, the ball entering
the head just above the eye, passing clear
through the head, killing the child in
stautly.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
prsPLAoE.D HER MACHINERY.
Iho samuel W. Tiiion IS Being stripped
and Abandoned.

NORFOLK. VA, FEB. lS.-Special-
The British steamship Elpis grain laden.
has pat back here with her machinery
displaced. having encountered heavy
weather outside OF the Virginia ca9es.
She will be repaired here.
All hopes OF saving the schooner Sam
uel W. Tillon. which Is ashore al Chica-
inicomico has boch abandoned and wreck
ers have been stripping the vessel Of her
rigging sails.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
RECEIyER IPPOINTED.
Action ecessary To Garry Ont the Consol-
idation OF Two Enterprises.

ROANOKE VA, Feb. 1S.--Special.-
The United States Court has appointed
=. ". Flickwir receiver for the Roam
oko Street Railway and the Roanoke
Electric Lieht and Power Company OF
this city. Proposition has been made to
consolidate the above mentioned COM
oanios ana 81 IS understood that the
appointment Of a receiver was made ne
cessary IN order 70 wind up the affairs
OF tho concerns before the consolidation
scheme could be Effected
Bills have passed both branches Of the
Virginia Legislature providing for the
consolidation Of The two enterprises.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Railroad liumor Denied.

NORFOLK, VA. Feb. Especial The
officials of both the Southern and Atlantic
and Danville railroads deny that the ru-
nor that is current i'm certain circles that
the former has bought the latter, intend
ing 10 run its train over that line to West
Norfolk. thence by bridge TO Primer $
Point
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
4 SENSATIONAL TRI1L.
q. w. Ashby Guilty Of Perjury But His
Punishmcnf Was Light.

NEWPORT NEWS. VA, July 1S.-Spo-
cial.- one Of the most sensational trials
IN the history Of Virginia Jurisprudence
was brought To a close I'm Hampton to-
night. when the jury I'm the case of the
State against G.. W. Ashby. indicted for
perjury. brought Ga a verdict of guilty,
giving the accused one minute IN jail
and assessing fine OF five dollars against
him
This case grew ont OF a suit for divorce,
involving a prominent family.
IN is9s Mrs Hridgeforth sued her hus-
band. ". n Bridgcforth. for divorce al
legine inhdelitv. Upon the testimony OF
Ashley the divorce was granted together
with alimony To-uicht's verdict was a
victory for Bridgeforth
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Florida Special DELAY ed.

The Flroida special. which runs into this
city over the Richmond. Fredericksburg
and Potomac railroad from Washington
reaching here at $3.50 o'clock. was delay
ed north Of Richmond for an hour through
a disabled engine.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
EmnnrIn Affair."

ieMPORiA. VA. Feb. iS.-Special.-Mr
Robert w. Bragg, who suffered stroke
Of paralysis at tho Weaver Hotel. DAY
or 20 since, r. improving. AS 5000 as he 10
able - h moved he will be taken to the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Mill Burned.

STAR. y. c., Feb 1S.-Special.-A saw
mill belonging TO Hiram Freeman hVe
miles northwest OF here in Montgomery
county was burned last night The
owner thinks II was by incendiary.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
ObITJ AIRY.
lirs. GEORGE u. Heck.

Mrs. George y. Heck died Thursday IN
Ashevillc. y. c.. where she had been ili
for some months Mrs. Heck was Sis
ter of Mrs. j.. Allison Hodges, Of Rich
mond. She was granddaughter ot
Governor Morehead. Of North Carolina,
and a daughter of Julius 4. Gray, late
president of the Cape Fear and Yadkin
valley railroad. Her husband Is New
York broker.
The funeral services and interment VIII
take place ia Greensboro, y. c., at T..
n fp-fuN
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19

Badge No. IS. belonging 10 one OF the
officers OF the First district. was lost last
evening. The finder will please return II
to the First Station.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19

ST PETERSBURG. Feb. N-Count
Cassini. the Russian Minister To the
United States was to-day officially
gazetted an ambassador.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
Cauoht n Crocodile.

MIAMI. Feb. B--sunday morning
Lord and Lady Colebrook. OF England.
employed Alligator Joe to go out with
them and catch an alligator alive. Lord
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19

the large audience ana su'e 'uuec
Christians able address inc a''e"'ioi
It was worthy OF H.
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and daughter of Julius 4 Gray, late
president of the Cape Fear and Yadkin
Valley railroad. Her husband is New
York broker.
The funeral services and interment will
take place in Greensboro, y. c., at l..
NJ to-day.
BENJAMIN :. Baughn.
Mr.. benjamin s Baughn died at 10
o'clock Thursday morning 70 his resi-
dence IA Henrico county. aged eighty
years Ine funeral took place at o'clock
yesterday afternoon from the residence
Mr.. Fannie 4 Goddin.
Mrs. Fannie A. Goddin, wife OF Mr..
Morgan n. Goddin. died at l5O O'Clock
Thursday afternoon AT her home, no.
1908 north TWenty-Ninth street. she
leaves a husband and two small children.
me funeral took place from the resi-
dence at o'clock yesterday afternoon.
William II. Throckmorton.
Mr. William Il. Throckmorton, n we'll
known citizen Of Henrico county, died
Wednesday afternoon at 2:i5 o'clock, IN
the seventv-eiehth year of his age.
His funeral took place at 3 o'clock yes
terdav afternoon from his residence.
Deaths IN stanton.
y
William Spears died at the residence OF
his sister-in-law. Mrs b. a. Bagby to-
dav of heart disease Mr.. Spears was
nfty-hve years old and "a gallant Con-
fcderdte veteran.
Miss Virginia Abby. second daughter OF
the late John W. Abby. of this city, died
at Fort Lewis. Bath county Va and
her remains will be- brought here for
nterment Snc was "a member OF one
of The best families boo Augusta coun-
IT,
William Shutterlse. one of the wealth
iest men Of Augusta county died at his
home near this city to-day. He was OWL
er OF one OF the largest mills IN the
county ana the largest stockholder IN
the Lutheran Female Seminary OF this
place.
Mr. Shutterlse was seventy-ive years
old and fought as a Confederate soldier
throughout the war.
Captain Ralph c. Herndon.
DANVILLE. VA. Feb S.-Special.-
Captain Ralph G. Herndon, ons Of the
oldest citizens OF Danvlle died at an
early hour this morning. Captain Hern-
don. was a Confederate scldier' a school
teacher OF some note and highly culu-
waited Christian gentleman. he was
several years the president Of the Dan
willie Tobacco Association and was also
for ten years or more a member OF the
city council OF Danvile. As chairman
OF the Light Committee he inaugurated
the present electric light system OF Dan
vile.
His three sons-Messrs. John A.; G. p;
and Il. c.. Herndon are engaged In bus
mess in Baltimore.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19
A Popuiar Article.

Burgess. Va. February II. 1855 An
ME Ragsdale, OF this place. says: Hood 3
Sarsaparilla has been taken In our fam
lily. and is regarded as a great blood puri-
Ger and a most excellent medicine"
FOR COUGHS AND THROAT DISOR-
DERS use Browns Bronchial Troches
Have never changed my mind respect
ing them, except | think better OF that
which began by thinking well of."-Rev.
Henry Ward Beecher. Sold only in
boxes.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-02-19

Mr.. Benjamin 5. Baughn died at 10
o'clock Thursday morning no his resi-
dence m Henrico county. aged eighty
years. Inc funeral took place at o'clock
Yesterday afternoon from the residence
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Mrs Fannie A. Goddn, wife OF Mr.
Morgan "A. Goddin, died at l3O O'Clock
Thursday afternoon ar her home No.
1903 north Twenty-Ninth street. she
leaves a husband and two small children.
Inc funeral took place from the resi-
dence at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1898-03-30
The W ar Crisis.

Events have moved rapidly in the
Americans Spanish imbroglio during
the past week, and particularly in the
past forty eight hours, and the pres
ent is SO rife with numerous possibil-
tiles that ii is impossible to speak of
the present situation" and probable
results with any assurance that de-
velopments in the next twenty four
hours will not throw an entirely diff
ferent light on the matter.
But one thing seems eertain-a very
few hours will determine with some
definiteness the policy which will be
pursued by this country. This is
made evident by the sensational de-
velopmeuts in both Senate and House
Yesterday, when the members who
favor an aggressive policy. but who
have remained silent though FESTIVE
while allowing the President TO han
die the situation, broke out into
open revolt Resolutions declaring
war on Spain were introduced and
war-1ke speeches We're made.
This action was precipitated by the
persistent rumers that further nego-
tiations looking to autonomy or prac-
teal independence were being enter
tanned by the administration. The
stand taken by the aggressive con-
gressmen as briefly stated by them IS
this: They Will listen to no talk OF
practical" independence for Cuba
They VIII tolerate 10 suggestion of
autonomy or independence which is
qualified by an adjective. They de-
mand immediate action en- the part OF
the administration.
An ominous feature OF this outburs,
is that ii is not characterized by the
buster and hysterical excitement
which accompanied previous demon
STATIONS of ike nature. There seems
4 grim determination now to force
action. and il Is feared that the Presi
den cannot longer resist the pressure.
A very few hours will doubtless show
which way the tide will turn.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1898-03-30
The "Naine" Disaster.

The report of the court of inquiry
with regard to the blowing up of the
battleship MAINE" in Havana harbor
on the night OF February 10, together
with voluminous testimony taken at
the investigation, was submitted to
Congress Monday. The report was
accompanied by brief message from
the President reviewing the case
The report created no great sensa-
ton. the findings of the court having
been largely anticipated, and the
opinion that the Maine was blown
UP from the exterior having been
generally accepted. The Presidents
message was dignified and statesman
like. bat disappointing to those men,
bers OF Congress and the public who
hoped Tor more vigorous terms from
the administration.
The findings of the court are
summed up in the following conclu-
sions:
That .ae loss 9i .he MAINE" was not in any
AN IL q e .l-aer- or members Of her crew.
That taa -aip was destroyed by the explosion
Of a submarine m!H., which caused the partial
explosion tive af aere Of aer forward maya
zine- an3 thar ma evidence has been obtain
abla Gxia- The -pau-ibili,y for the destruction
o, Tile Na.a=" urea any person or persons.
Il is generally accepted that this re-
port. in effect, finds the Spanish
government responsible for the de-
struction of the Maine, by reason
Of contributory negligence, even if
evidence cannot be produced showing
direct Implication.
The President in his message says:
II have directed that the finding of
the court Of inquiry and the views of
this government thereon be COM
municated to the government of Her
Majesty, the queen regent, and | do
not permit myself to doubt that the
sense of justice of the Spanish nation
will dictate a course of action sug-
gested by honor and the friendly re-
lations of the two governments"
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1898-03-30
GEN. c. w. ROBERTS DEAD.
Well-Known Bangor Man With Bril-
liant War Record.

Gen. Charles w Roberts died at his
home in Bangor last Wednesday. lie had
been in poor health for some time, but
not until the past few weeks was he
obliged to remain in doors.
Gen. Roberts was born in Oldtown, on
Oct. -, 1S2S. He was a son of the late
Amos Roberts. one Of BauEor's famous
men. Gen. Roberts had held positions OF
trust in state, city and national affairs.
He was collector OF the port OF Bangor
from 1887 TO 1891.
Gen. Roberts made strong runs sor the
governorship Of Maine, in 1870 and 1879,
against Sidney Perhsm and Selden Con
nor, the republican candidates.
Gen. Roberts had splendid war record.
He entered the war as lieutenant colonel
in the Second Maine regiment, and in
1862 became its commander. He was
commended for bravery at Bull Run.
The Second Maine was one OF the first
regiments that arrived and planted its
colors before the rebel intrenchments at
Yorktown, and took a prominent part in
the occupation OF the town.
Following this, the regiment went
through a series OF distinguished gsllan
tries that made Gen Roberts as famous
for his bravery in the field and for his
rare generslship, as was Gen. Jameson,
the former commander OF the Second.
After the battle OF Antietsm, in the fall
OF 1862, Gen. Roberts was obliged by i'll
health to take furlough, but he retained
I he command OF the regiment until Jan
uary, 1868, when his health forbidding his
return TO duty, he WAS forced to resign.