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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
REVIVE THE CUSTOM.

In a certain antiquated document FOR
! which the American people profess TO
have sort OF sentimental reverence
and which Was ineubated by gathering OF
| old fellows who at one time were supposed
to have been possessed of the average
OF intelligence, foresight, and patriotism.
| occurs che following:
"Iie has erected multitude OF new
| Offices and sent hither a swarm OF officers
| 20 harass our people and cat out their
| substance"
Again:
"He has kept among us in times OF
| peace standing armies"
These charges are made against the
King OF England. who represented the
British nation.
Then the document goes on TO arraign
the aforesaid King or nation:
For quartering large bodies OF troops
among us"
Also.
For cutting us off from the trade
OF the world"
And for various other crimes and mis-
demcanors which justified our forefathers
in lighting.
For many years II was the custom in
almost every town, village. and city I'm
the land for the people 10 gather on
an anniversary, now fast approaching, in
order to hear the antiquatcIl deliverance
in question read by some public man. OF
late the custom has fallen largely into
innoouous dcsuetude. but in view Of re-
cent developments We timidy suggest
that II might not be a bad idea TO revive
g. sceiug that we are in danger OF doing
unto others what our forefathers siren
uCusly objected TO others doing unto
them.
We have but TO turn TO the history OF
Reconstruction for evidence that one of
the first steps in pacifying our conquered
provinces. should the Republican party
succeed in maintaining its grip upon the
country. would be the erection Of a
multitude OF new Offices and the sending
thither Of swarms of officers to harass
the people and eat out their substance.
And unless it is proposed to make SAFE
Of our new cquisitions-indeed, in any ]
eyent-it win be necessary to keep among
their heterogeneous populations in times
Of peace large standing armies and 10
quarter large bodies of troops among
them. Last. but not least, IL the latest
Republican suggestion in respect OF ex-
pansion materialzes, the effect will be
to cut off the trade Of all parts of the
world, except the United States, from
our new possessions.
SO we say that whatever the drift of
events may dictate should be our final
action regarding territory we may invade
during the war, We might not so far
wrong in revivng the custom Of reading
and studying our ANTICIPATED document
on the anniversary OF the day 1t was
signed. IT is just possible that 1t con-
tains lessons and warnings worthy of the
consideration OF even the advanced
statesmen of to-day, and which, to say
the least, might cause us to make haste
slowly in the master of eXpanson-might
give us pause in which the people would
have the opportunity TO digest the ques-
ton in all Of IT'S bearings and decide |
upon it intelligently and with their eyes
open.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
AT BRIDAL ALTAR.
A VERY PRETTY WEDDING IN
ALBEMARLE COUNTY.
4 NOTABLE GLOUCESTER EVENT.
Marriage Of Miss Dimmock mt sher-
wood-The Decorations and the
'omp"ny-A stanton Fashfona BILE
Wedding-EIesnnt Costumes.

GOTHAM. VA. June 2s-(special.)-A
very pretty wedding was solemnized this
morning at Grace church. The contract
Ing parties were Miss Josephine Hancock.
OF keswick, daughter of the late DR..
Charles Hancock. OF Strawberry HILL
Albemarle county. and Mr.. Minor Bolts
Lewis, prominent Businessman of Har-
rlsonburg. Va. and associate editor OF the
spirit OF the Valley. The bride was given
away by her eldest brother, Mr.. John
Hancock. Her sister, Miss Jeanette
Hancock, was maid OF honor. The best
man was Mr.. Minor Hoxsey, OF New
YORK. The bridesmaids were Miss Mary
Darlington, of Richmond; Miss Frances
Hancock, Of Keswick; Miss Clara Bell
Davis, Of the University of Virginia; Miss
Fannie Long. Of Keswick, Va, and Miss
Nan Mead, Of Keswick, Va.
The ushers were Mr.. John Hancock.
OF keswick. Va; Mr.. George Macon, of
heswick, Va; Mr.. Charles Hancock OF
heswick, Va; Mr.. Shelly Lewis. Of Har-
risonburg, Va: Mr.. George Darlington
or Lynchburg. Va. and Mr.. George Con-
rad. of HarrisOnburg. Va.
The bride was charmngly gowned in a
brown travelling suit. The chancel was
artistically decorated with the flowers OF
June, and before the appointed hour the
beautiful structure was crowded with the
fashion and elite of Albemarlc. After
the ceremony an informal lunch was
served at the home Of the brides mother
for the bridal party.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lewis left for an eX-
tended tour over the Southern States.
Among the guests were Mr.. and Mrs.
ID. ). Lewis, parents Of the groom. and
Mrs ID. @. Parter, sister of the bride.
Miss Selma Nelson presided at the organ.
a few of those present at the church
were: DR.. and Mrs. Thurman. Miss Rose
Page, the Misses Stuart Miss Ella Page,
Mrs. Stuart, Miss Erin Payne Of Calves
ton. Miss Kenney, Mrs. Sands, MISS
Wiley of Baltimore. Miss Tinsley, Miss
Dickinson, and many others.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
OLD TEACHERS DROPPED.
by the Petersburg school Board
NoIIc PrOsequi Entered.

PETERSBURG, VA, June 29.-(Spe-
cial)-At the annual election of teachers
for the public schools last night the
board made several changes. three OF the
lady teachers of longest service being
dropped-Mrs. Madeira, Mrs. Turnbull.
and Miss Russell
The County Court OF Surry was en-
gagged all day yesterday and until a late
hour last night in trying the case of +.
r. Logan, a citizen OF the county, on an
Indictment charging him with house
breaking and larceny. II was alleged
that while under the influence OF liquor,
the accused had visited the house of
his sister. during the latters absence, and
that he carried away with him a sum of
money that he found there. When he
became sober he found himself I'm possess
sion of large sum of money, that he
knew did not belong to him. and remem-
bering where he got II, he promptly re-
turned II. He was, however. arrested
and on his trial was convicted by the
jury OF petit larceny, with a verdict Of
thirty days in Jail, Hon. W. B. McIlwain.
of this city who was counsel for Logan
at once asked for a new trial. which
was as promptly granted by the Court
Thereupon the Commonwealths Attorney
entered nolle prosequi, and the prisoner
was discharged
Forty hospital stewards passed south
through this city last night from Wash
ington. Their destination is with the
army at Tampa.
In the Mayors Court this morning Joe
Johnson and Charles Bland. two noto-
rious little negro scamps. who have seve-
raj times been convicted of crimes were
up for knocking down a white boy and
robbing him OF his money. They were
sent to jail for term OF fifteen days
each.
Lieutenant Charles Trotter Lassitor OF
Company X. Fourth Virginia Regiment.
now at Jacksonville. IL here on brief
visit TO his relatives and friends. He
decided not to qualify at present for the
office of Commonwealth's Attorney, 10
which he was recently elected.
Six miles OF track OF the Richmond,
Petersburg, and Carolina railroad has
been laid with the best OF steel rails.
and the work is progressing steadily. The
rumor Is that the road. when completed,
will be leased 10 the Seaboard Airline
for long term o: years.
Children's-Day services VIII be held at
Smith s-Grove church, in Dinwiddie coun-
~, on Sunday next.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
StPyeus-xnfIey

CHARLOTTESVILLE. VA. June 20
(Special.)-Qulte a large crowd assembled
at Mt. Moriah church. White Hall. at 9
o'clock this morning. TO witness the mar
riage OF Miss Bette Belle Raiey, daugh-
ter OF Mr.. W. b. Railey, to Mr. Arthur
Lewellyn Stevens. OF the firm OF Powers
g. Stevens. Of Cismont. in this county
As the wedding march from Lohengrin.
pealed forth. under the skilful touch OF
Miss Nettie Goodwin. the bride, attired
in a beautiful gown of white organdie
and carrying brides roses. entered. lean
Ing on the arm of her father She was
Immediately preceded by her sister. Miss
VirgIe Railey. the maid of honor. who
wore white organdie and carried carna-
tions.
The bride was met al the altar BY the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
UNFouxDEp REPORTS
Regarding Existence of SMALLPOX
mt Refdsvilic.

REIDSVILLE, n. C.. June 29-(spe-
cial.)-The publication that there arc nu-
merous cases of smallpox at this place
is unfounded. Several days ago "A negro
was found In our streets suffering from
something the doctors thought this dread
disease. The authorities promptly had
him removed to an isolated house a mile
or so from town. and a guard was sta
toned around the house. Similar precau-
tons were taken as regards all persons
who had associated with the negro close
~ since his arrival here. He came to
Reidsville about a week ago on an ex-
cursion. The county physician has made
several examinations Of the case but
has not reached definite conclusion, go
an expert has been summoned. and the
matter will likely be decided Tomorrow.
In the mean time any report that Reids-
vile is infected with smallpox is un.
true. II the one suspected case should
prove to be smallpox the prompt action
of our authorities was sufficient to guard
against any spread OF the disease. and
there is no occasion FOR any reports to
the contrary.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
rnE rrxrH nIsrnrcr.

| II y understood that Mr.. jacob yost.
| OF stanton. has consented To stand TOR
REORGANIZATION by the Republicans OF the
Tenth Congressional District We always
had an idea that he would be persuaded
| TO put himself In the hands OF his fsends
Ia due time
Several OF our contemporaries regard IL
as certain that Mr. Yost will receive ms
party's nomination; we'll. let him. we
| can beat him or any other man the ke-
publicans put up In that district.
The Democrats OF the old Tenth are
united In support OF ex-Judge Quarles'
who is our nominee. The Dispatch
knows OF no party man there who does
| not intend TO vote for him. More than
| that. many OF them Will go TO work very
actively In ais behalf. Included In this
number are all OF the gentlemen who
| were Judge Cuarles's competitors for
tho nomination,
We have no wish 10 underrate Mr..
Yosts ability or popularity, but, united
as our partY In the Tenth District now
H.. we can beat him or any other man
whom the Republicans may choose as
their leader.
The national Republican party hopes
that I'm the coming campaign the smoke
OF battle viii obscure all minor Issues
SO It may to some extent; but u has IN
Cured responsibilities IN connection with
this war which will be timely topics and
the discussion Of which will interest the
people very much. The Republicans VIII
find that instead OF the excitement OF
war affording them pleasant refuge,
II will become the subject matter OF
much controversy, In which they may
come off second best.
The two great parties are agreed that
it IS their duty to do everything possible
TO contribute TO the success OF Ameri-
can arms. but the Democrats Of the coun-
try cannot but protest very firmly. not TO
say fiercely, against policies which will
establish at Washington a shoulder
strapped government and which will IN
aueurate pro-consuar system for man
aging the territory we may acquire by
annexation or conquest.
Yes this country is going TO have
great need Of the services of the Demo-
cratic party, and we trust the Tenth
District will be among the foremost in
exhibiting a purpose to do its duty. Let
each county be thoroughly organized,
and let the voters be fully informed as
TO the issues Of the day, and the GER
tain result will be the election Of Judge
Quarles by large majority.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
NEW BLOOD.

New, and we dare say more healthy
blood, is going TO be introduced into the
reigning houses Of Germany, and under
an innovation that involves wide de-
psrture from precedent.
Several OF the dynasties are in danger
OF becoming extinct in default of male
Issue OF purely sovereign descent with
View OF avoiding complications, some
OF these families have now come TO the
conclusion that, in default OF male issue
Of direct lineal descent the heir and sue
cesser may be chosen from the morgan
attic offspring, who have hitherto been
barred from The throne by the plebeian
ancestry either Of their mother or Of some
other ancestress. The reigning Prince
OF Schwartzburg and the legislature OF
his principally. as well as the Federal
rulers OF Germany, have just recognized
as heir 20 the Crown the son born 20 him
by. his mQrgapatic wife. Countess Reina.
Again, a tribunal OF arbitration, presided
over ly the venerable King Of saNory.
has lately rendered a verdict 10 the ef-
feet that the morganatic marriage of the
grandfather o. Count Ernes, OF 1Appe
does not constitute a bar to his success
sion 10 the throne Of the childless ruler
OF that principally On the same prin-
clple the same danger viii be ayerted
with which the reigning houses of Baden
and OF flosse have now been confronted
OF becoming extinct and thus liable 20
have their domlnions absorbed by Prus-
~.
II Is interesting TO nole that this depart
urc from precedent is largely the result
OF the anti-Prussian feeling existing in
the other States OF the empire.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
Waste-Paper Nuisance.

(Norfolk Nirginian and Pilot)
We see that even Richmond is sorely
afflicted with the waste-paper nuisance.
Every store and warehouse and dwell
ing make the streets their dumping
grounds to the frightening of horses.
the dcfilement of the puSic thorough
fares, and 10 the general DETACHMENT OF
things. Nothing is more slovenly than
city whose public ways and places
are cluttered up in this way. The
Richmond Dispatch makes a pathetic
appeal against the nuisance. and we are
sure that we are not less guilty in this
offence against cleanliness than Rich
mend We have protested against IL
over and over; but we shall not cease
protesting, although we seem to be I'M
heard.
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TngewctI Notes.

TAXEWEI.L VA. June 29.-(SpeciaL)-
This Is the second week OF County Court,
with a likelihood OF it lasting the rest Of
the week.
Joe Johnson, charged with the murder
Of a man by the name Of Hall at POca-
hOntas last Christmas. and who has been
confined IN this jail awaiting trial was
placed on trial yesterday.
Mrs. J. z. Knoll. of Panther. w. Va,
Is visiting her sister. Miss Nettie Wilten,
of this place.
Miss Mary Easley. Of Pearisburg. Va,
Is visiting in Tazewell, the guest Of Miss
Hattie Surface.
Mcssrs. j. Powell Royal and Walker
Bowen, two popular young men of this
place. will apply to the Court Of APP
peais at Wythevlle Friday for license 10
practice law
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
A Touching sight.
Ger the Dispatch)

On Sunday last. about o'clock in the
afternoon, I was witness To most
touching spectacle. Slowly along Ran
dolph street in the direction Of River
side and Calvary cemeteries proceeded
a hearse. followed by a single hack. In
the hearse was plain coffin. una Horned
by single flower. but upon which was
placed small Confederate battle-fag.
There were no friends and mourners ae-
companyng; no pall-bearers with floral
offerings; no military escort 10 pay the
last honors 10 departed comrade-only
the solitary hack following the hearse-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
WILLIAMSBURG.
Delegate Elected to Congregational
Conyention-DiyIde

WILLIAMSBURG. VA. June 20-(Spe-
ciaL)-Pursuant 10 announcement a meet
ing of the Democrats OF this city was
held at the court house last night The
meeting was presided over by DR.. James
ID. Moncure, chairman of the party. and
Mr.. w. c. Johnston. editor OF the Ca
zette was made secretary The CHAIR
man announced that the object of the
meeting was TO elect one delegate and
one alternate to the Congressional Con-
vention, which meets at Ocean View on
July 9Th.
Mr.. William L. Spencer was elected
delegate, with Mr.. Arthur Denmead, as
alternate. No instructions were given,
but it is understood that the sentiment
here IL in favor Of the denomination OF
Hon. William a. Young.
A meeting of the Board OF Directors
of the Peninsula Bank was held to-day,
at which a dividend OF per cent. was
declared since March lst. and $50 was
placed 10 the surplus fund.
News was received to-day OF tho death
I'm Washington OF Mrs. Sarah ID. Wilburn,
aunt Of Mr. J. y. Spencer. The remains
will arrive here on the morning train,
and the interment will be made al olive
Branch Cemetery, I'm the county.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
GRAHAM-DIMMOCK.
"A beautiful Home Wedding In GIou-
cester County.


GLOUCESTER COURTHOUSE, VA,
June Especial. l-Sherwood, the beau.
tiful home of Mrs. c. W. Seldom, was the
scene OF notable event last night. Miss
Minna Dimmock, grandd ilghter of Mrs
Selden, was married to Mr.. Clinton era
ham, Of Brooklyn, N. Y, Rev. W. b.
Lee, rector of Abingdon church oficIa
ting. The parlors were beautifully deco
rated with flowers. Miss Blanche Dim
mock, twin sister Of the bride, was maid
OF honor, and Mr. Gus Graham was best
man to his brother. The brides dress
was an elaborate creation OF taffeta silk
mousseline de sole. She carried brides
roses, and was pronounced Gloucester's
most beautiful bride. Miss Blanche Dim
mock was in a beautiful white organdie
and carried bridesmaids roses. Misses
Cora. Susie, and Elizabeth Dimmock ana
Maude Tabb, cousins Of the bride. wer,
flower girls.
The handsome house, with it's beautiful
decorations. and the bewitching costumes
and lovely women, made an enhancing
scene.
Among the visitors from distance
were Mrs. Graham, Of BROOKLYN; Mr.
Frank Hopper OF Baltimore: Mrs. j.
Lloyd Tabb. OF Baltimore; Miss Leila
Dimmock, Mrs. Harris. Mrs. Williams,
OF Richmond; Mrs. Philip Yeatman, Of
Norfolk, and Mrs. WadAell, Of Peters
burg.
An elegant collation. was served shortly
after the ceremony, and IL was o'clock
before the company left. There were a
great many presents. which were very
handsome. and were pronounced by ali
the ladies perfectly lovely. Mr.. and Mrs.
Graham left for Richmond this morning.
The steamer was deliberately decorated
with flags in honor OF the bride. Mr.. and
Mrs. Graham will stop at the Jefferson
for few days, and then go 10 New
York, where they will make their home.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
Tars from the Tar State.

A Lumberton IN. O. correspondent
writes: / have just run across the family
Of Lieutenant Victor Blue who recently
distinguished himself at Santiago. In this
little North Carolina town, near whore 0n
Richmond county. ~ CD he was born.
II @ remarkable fact that three young
heroe aloped by the present war
Bagley, e. and Hobson-are all OF
North Car ynna stock Bagley and Blue
having been born and reared I'm this State.
while all of Hobson's relatives, from his
maternal grandfather the late Chief
Justice Richmond Pearson, down are
North carroll Inns. Lieutenant Bl-e. when
years Of age, was taken to this (Robe-
som county. and lived at the place
known as Floral College until he was 10
years of age. The family moved to
Marion county, s. c.. where his imme-
diate family has resided ever since His
mother, who, like his father, Is dead.
was native OF the State. the daughter
of General Evans, OF Marion county. His
father was a lawyer. who practiced his
profession in this county and Richmond
county. y. c.. and in South Carolina
Young Blue. his relatives say, when he
west TO Annapolis, about twelve years
ago, was accounted ''the handsomest man
in the navy" or at least at Annapolis, at
that time. He is well remembered here
by the old resident.
Shouldn't Lieutenant Edwin A. Ander-
son. of the Marblehead who exhibited
great skill and daring in cutting cables
under fire at Cienfuegos, and possibly at
Guantanamo also be added to the above
list Of "Tars from the Tar State? He
Is native Of Wilmington. ~ c., and a
lineal descendan, on the maternal side
of General Alexander Ellington. of Revo-
lutionary fame.-Ed. Dispatch)
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
To the Army Mule.
Boston Globc.)


The war steed wins his need Of praise
Oft sharing, on the shining page
OF history. Fame's golden words,
Which are the hero's heritage;
In monumental brass he makes
a part Of glory's encourage.
4 city once was named for him.
With thee, O mule, II is not thus,
No modern AleXander'll find
In thee a new Bucephalus;
Thou'rt nothing but nondescript-
In life and death inglorious!
| mind me of but one, 'mong all
Thy kind. who e'er on Glory's track
Has made a record-only one.
And that the white mule AlbOrak,
Who. SO It's said. bore Mahomet
To Allah's heaven upon his back.
The battle chargers shade, no doubt,
Neighs in Nalhalla's vestibule:
But ne'er a niche doth Fame reserve
For thee O plodding army mule!
Thy ghost. among the dcmigods,
Would be a butt for ridicule!
Yet. tho to Clory's camDing-ground
Fate ne'er for thee let down the bars;
Tho thou nay'st never be the mount
BY which tho hero seeks the stars,
| strike my Tyre To celebrate
Thee, o thou toughest aid Of Mars,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
yllh 4. pIaIn eoInn and rs slInpse q ths

with It's plain coffin and rs glimpse OF the
southern battle-lag.
My heart ached at the sight. Who was
this poor Confederate soldier upon whose
coffin there had been no kind hand 10
place n flower, neither n friend 10 foi-
low hif, 10 the grave? Lonely must his
last days have been-the days OF helpless
old age and OF sickness and death
Doubtless II had been by his own request
that the flag under which he had nobly
fought in life should be placed over his
remains In death. Can any one give Us
information as to who he was? and
kind and appreciative hearts will see that
his gravc-the grave or a Confederate
so.dier--be properly cared for In future
s. a. w.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
May Get More Guns.

NEWPORT NEWS. VA, June 29.-(Spe-
cial.)-Therc is a possibility that the con-
verted gunboat Apache, which is an
chored in Hampton Roads off this place.
may go 10 Baltimore for more guns 10 be
mounted on her decks. Now she has only
three, and the men who man her and
who are Maryland reserves. wish to get
the guns off the receiying-ship Dale, as
they are useless on that vessel. The
Apache is now waiting for orders.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-30
Fairfax Democrats.

FAIRFAX COURTHOUSE. VA. June
2. -1special)-The following named dele
gates were appointed to-day from Prou-
dence District to the convention 10 be
held at Alexandria TO nominate Demo-
cratic candidate for Congress for The
Eighth District: j. NJ. Love. Hon. Joseph
f. Willard, Captain ]. Owens Berry. and
William Smoot: alternates-W. Z. Mon
cure. r. W. Richardson. Walter +. Oliver,
James Berry. and ]. b. Bowman.
Resolution was adopted endorsing the
course OF Hon. John 7. RiScy Ia the
House OF Representa tivea.