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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08
Regulars to Relieve volunteers.

DENVER, COL, December THE
Rocky Mountain News has received the
following telegram from the Secretary OF
War: 1T is proposed to send regular
troops to relieve the volunteers at Manila,
Just as soon as transportation can be
arranged. The volunteers Will be returned
TO the United States In the order in which
they left.
CSigned) RUSSELL. A. ALGER."
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08

tour, carrying with them the congratula-
tions of the entire community.
Rev. w. Il. Thompson, who has so ably
filed the pulpit of the Methodist church,
South, here the past three years. left with
his family to-day for his new field Of
labor in Little Rock. Ark, having recent
ly been transferred from the Virginia
Conference, at the instance of Bishop
Morrison.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08
Murder ana Suicide.

LOUISVILLE, KY. December LA
Tenn. says: At 1880 this morning. city
Marshal A. ID. Bryan, OF Mckenzie, was
shot in the back of the head three times
and almost instantly killed, while seated
in the telegraph Office here. The murderer
was q boy of Mckenzie named Hugh Lee
Mccall, who fed TO his home and COM
mitted suicide by taking morphine. The
cause alleged for the murder was that
Bryan arrested Mccall last Saturday for
drupAenness and city law violations
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08
CHINAWARE.

S5-inch Decorated Carlsbad
China Plates .................
Toilet Set, elaborate designs,
In cOlors and gold. with slop
jar .......... ..,-...ss.s.tt'f 100 .
Tcte-a-Tete Set. teapot
sugar. and cream ........,...
Chocolate Pots. fine china.
Vegetable Dish. with cover
White Porcelain Breakfast
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08

A GOOD COOK. WAshf.Ny live besl
Ironer. None but those who CAV AZ no
of references need apply. 60" "a s3t
west Main street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08
LAMPS AND GLOBES

We have the best values in
city I'M this line.
Brass Banquet Lamp, centre
draft burner ....,.,....,.....
e-inch Yellow and PINK
GLOBES .s.......s.. tt.ss.tttf
Hall Lamp, assorted color
glooes 49, - 90
Banquet Lamp, globe 10
match base ,.....-t..-.:. .'-'''
S-inch Fitch Banquet Globe
Princess Lamp imitation clt-
globe 10 match ........,....
Library Lamp. centre-dfatl,
l4-inch decorated shade ana
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08
GRANITE IRONWARE,

4-quart Granlte-Iron Dish
Kan ....-... amman. s-.t-s+-s -
4-Quart GTanitt-lrOn Sauce
pan and Cover ............... -
Granite-lrOn Basin ............ ~
Granite-Iron Pie-Plates....... ti
4-quart Granite-Iron Pudding
PAN . ............. u
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08
TOYS AND DOLLS.
WANTED,

" -
lde SID
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08
Friday SATURDAY.
GLASSWARE.
TiNWARE.

4-quart Coffee POt.............. 10
l1-quart Block-Tin Dish-pan. -
Bread and Cake Boxes. -
Jap. Decorated Coal Vases. ~
COpoqu ftf Crater Nl
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-12-08
BIG REDUCTIONINS STOW

No. i-hole Cooking stove
10. s-not'e, .'''70 '.....6@
Gas Heater. burners.....''
Wood. alright. double linea q
...fst. al..f Cool 4 fH
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
GIRLS FOR RICHMOND COLLEGE.
Instruction Committee to ADMIT
Them on Certain Restrictions.

1t is now definitely decided that younl
women will be admitted to Richmond Col.
lege under certain restrictions.
The College Committee on instructions
held a meeting Friday and, according to
the direction of the Board OF Trustees al
the semi-annual meeting, in midwinter.
took this matter up. The question whe-
Their a limited form OF coeducation should
be established in Richmond College or not
was looked squarely and calmly in the
face, and after mature thought was de-
cided in the affirmative.
Generally speaking, the conditions for
admission will be sufficient preparation
on the part Of the applicant to pursue
with profit the higher classes. The new
catalogue to be issued shortly after the
present session closes will give in detail
these conditions:
Applicants, it Is understood, will be re-
quired 10 stand a preliminary examna-
ton, unless they show otherwise to the
satisfaction Of the faculty the prepara-
ton that is required OF them. Already
several young ladies have indicated their
purpose to the college officers 10 matricu-
late when the session of 1859 opens the
last Of September.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05

company TO the nondescript short haired
cur which was led away by the men
of Captain Owens company, the Ports
mouth Rifles, when they started to Jack
sonville Thursday. 1t was practically
impossible for the men Of the Rifles 10
say much in extenuatlon OF the charac-
ter of this dog, and anything at all when
his points OF beauty were asked.
Everybody in Company F OF the
Fourth. the Suffolk company, from Cap
tain Causey TO Private Wood, an old
veteran OF several Indian wars, swears
by the company's goat. Now, TO an i'm
partial observer. ii would seem that
Billy's habit OF eating up everything "a
sight and out Of sight. IL IL can be found
from straw hats. socks, and any other
article OF clothing to Private Woods
homemade washboard. Is not calculated
to make him a favorite. but Captain
Wingheld is not fonder Of Peter and
Paul, his two bull pups, shown in the
picture. nor Captain Rowe OF his big
Dane, "Penwiper," than are the Suffolk
ians of the Billy. Suffolk. they call him.
and he will go TO Jacksonville II a man
from Company + goes.
Let the boys have their pets. The man
who can love his dog and his goat the
hardest, II seems TO me, stands a good
chance TO win laurels where only strong
courage and devotion TO duty are the
things that win them.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
| IRE

anxiety TO enlist II there Is any chance of
going TO the 'front.' but they decline EN-
phatically to put their names down, un-
less the regiment Is 70 go into service.
Two mon who had put down THAR
names as willing to enlist under Captain
remnant, have, since the arrangements
for the second quota were discussed, en-
listed in tho army, one OF them going 10
Washington for the purpose and the ether
going to Camp Lee. Officers OF the regl-
ment do not hesitate to say that II will DO
Impossible TO recruit their companies ur-
der any other circumstances than for ac-
tive service. and they are even sksptleal
as TO whether they will be able TO hold
their men together ION a peace footing"
On the other hand, one OF the capttins
said last night that the regiment could
be recruited to the required strength
within ten days IL IL should be ordered
out. He based his opinion on the fact
that he had had sixty-six applications
from men who would enlist II there was
any possibility OF seeing Cuba or any
other territory under tho dominion OF
Spain.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
The Dispatch'x War Map,

Approaching the great need at this
time of an up-to-date pocket war map
the Dispatch secured the services of one
of the best-known map publishers in
this country, and tho work Is now COM
plete.
We are now prepared TO furnish our
subscribers with our pocket war-map at
10 cents per copy. It includes Cuba, all
of the West Indies, the Philippines, to-
gether with the east coast of China,
Korea. and Japan. Spain, with Western
Europe, and the United States 1t is Just
what our people want at this time. Is
printed in eight colors on strong paper.
1t is Just suited to the pocket. When
spread 1t measures 32xls inches, and fold
ed 21zx51a inches. Mailed TO any out-or-
town address for 10 cents in coin. Stamps
Will not be received. Address
MAP DEPARTMENT,
The Dispatch Company,
Richmond, Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
HONitzerk to Entertain Tnesdny.

Inc Howitzers will have an inspection
ana drill I'm their new full dress uniforms
tuesday night beginning promptly at S:3C
O'Clock after which music will be sup
piled by an orchestra, and dancing will be
INDUCED in. 1t will be strictly a military
affair. Invitations have been extended to
all of the officers Of the military OF the
city including their lady friends. but no
civilians have received invitations outside
of the press.
Captain Williams. Of the Howitzers. has
expressed regrets that the regiments were
compelled TO leave the city, thereby de-
priving the members of the battery of the
anticipated pleasure of having their Off
GERS spend an evening with them before
going TO the front
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
THE SOLDIERS PETS.
MAsCOTs OF SEVERAL OF THE
COMPANIES AT CAMP LEE.
DOGS Arb GENERAL FAVORITES.
Almost Every Variety, from the
Ordinary Cur to Capt. Rowe's Great
Dane and Capt. Wingfeld's Bull
Pups-The Suffolk Goat.

Not the least interesting feature OF
camp life is the pets which the men
make their "mascots," animals which
they take into their daily lives.
man is said to be known by his
friends, by "the company he keeps" is
the common expression. The soldier,
therefore, should be judges by the char
acter Of his pets, perhaps. II is fact
that the men at Camp Lee, those who
keep their dogs and their goats, would
not at all object 10 being judged by such
standard. They wouldn't have taken
in the animals had they not loved them;
they wouldn't have loved them had not
they admired their qualities.
Dogs are the most favored, no particu,
lar breed. from the magnificent Great
Dane owned by Captain Rowe, of the
Fredericksburg company. and the high
bred bull pups of the Charlottesville
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05

club. so renowned for Its hospitality, en-
tertained large number OF guests.
Inc race-course for all the events was
from York Rock, opposite the Old Do
minion docks, TO q point on Mayo's
island, the distance being 1ve-eighths OF
mile. Mr.. James w. Gordon acted as
starter. and Mr.. Leonard Noel judged
the finishes from the clubs yacht. which
was anchored about 100 yards from the
shore.
the first race. for two-oar pleasure
boats, attracted only two entries-Mr.
w. II. Claiborne and Air. l.. Z. Edwards
ana was won by the former, with time
record of minutes.
Inc second event, for single SOULS, was
won by Mr.. w. ID. Edmonds in 4 minutes
ana 80 seconds, his opponent, Mr.. r. c.
walden, finishing 10 seconds later.
Inc third race was for fouT-oar gigs.
ana the two crews were composed as
follows
Grew No. William Wood. bow: I. r.
Clayborne, No. 2; Hanson Lewis. No. 81:
H. II. Edmonds. stroke; NJ. Chamber
layne, coxswain.
Crew No. Frank Smith, bow; Field
Milbon, No. 2; DIR. r. S. Walden, No. 81;
W. Edmonds, stroke; Mate Wayte, cox.
swain.
The second crew won by two lengths,
occupyings4 minutes and 10 seconds in
rowing the course.
"A very amusing tub-race was won by
MT. Walter Claiborn, his competitors be-
ing Mr.. Field Wilbon and Mr.. Leo Ed
monds.
The unfortunate duck. hedged in by
Doats, was driven into the arms of Mr..
Leo Edmonds. after very exciting
chase, and a twenty-fve-yard dash
swimming race was won by Mr.. Hanson
Lewis.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
Negro Youth Bricked.

A young negro man became considerably
mixed up in fight near Camp Lee yes
terday AFTERNOON and was badly hurt Tor
ms share Of IL. He was struck on the
head with a brick by another negro
and rendered unconscious. He lay upon
the ground where he was struck from
about Q o'clock until nearly before the
ambulance came and took him to the
City Hospital. He was a tramp, and
told those around him when struck that
he was from Roanoke. He could not tell
his name. He became much better at
the hospital, where DR.. Brown was treat
ing him, and is now thought out of i'm
mediate danger.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
IronicaI Ifs.

Chicago News)
III man Is always on the go he seldom
stops when he gets there
III man attends solely to his own
business, he has a good, steady fob
III bees made glucose some dealers would
adulterate IL with pure honey.
III the street sprinkler throws water on
man, It doesn't cool him on,
4, II Is true that the apparel makes the
man, some men ought TO change tailors
IL an employee never pretsnds TO be
busy when he has nothing TO DO, he is
trustworthy. 7of roo
II people would reflect more, they
would DO brighter, and II they were
brighter, they would reflect more
IL a mans wife can read the war
news without wishing she was man,
he will never experience the pleasure OF
being henpecked.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
Mrs. Hatcher Returns Home.

Mrs. William T.. Hatcher returned to
the city last night, having spent week
most delightfully."- in the North. As the
Virginia member of the Board Of Trus-
tees OF Hartshorn Memorial College, she
attended a meeting OF that body in Pro-
violence, where she was entertained by
Mrs. Andrews, wife of the distinguished
president of Brown University, who Is
also president OF the Hartshorn board
Mrs. Hatcher also visited the family Of
Rev. L. Y. Mullins, formerly Of this city
but now pastor of the magnificent
church at Newton Centre, Boston, where
she was shown many pleasant atten-
lions. Mr.. Mullins's church is one Of
the most cultured and influential in New
England
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05

Aia-' where he also graduated from the
southern University, at the head OF his
class He was appointed to the Naval
Academy, on competitive examination. In
May 1885. and although the youngest man
OK the class. graduated at It's head In
1872 His first cruise was in the squadron
oil evolution on the flagship Chicago. with
ADMIRAL Walker. IN the Mediterranean.
Later ne made cruise 10 Brazil, when
the nag of the new Brazilian republic was
recognized. He was ordered 70 spe-
o'ai course abroad, spending one year at
the National School Of Mines. at Paris,
ana two years at the School OF Maritime
science, in the same city. The summer
vacation was spent in French ship-yards.
FOREIGN DIPLOMAS.
lie received diplomas from the French
school for distinction in naval construc-
ton and design, both of hulls and of en-
gines. lie also spent some time I'm the
English ship-yards. He was assigned to
duty at the Navy Department in 1894. in
the office Of naval intelligence. Bureau of
Construction and Repair. While on this
duty he wrote report on his obserya-
uons abroad; also. report on disap-
pearing guns afoat, which was discussed
by naval experts on both sides OF the
water.
In 1895 he was on duty at the New York
nayy-yard, as assistant TO the naval con.
structor. He inspected the yacht Defend
err and made an interesting report on that
prize craft. Later, he Joined Admiral
Bunce on the flagship New York. As a
result Of this service he inaugurated the
new system Of giving sea-duty TO naval
constructors. He proposed. organized. and
conducted the postgraduate course at the
United States Naval Academy, fixing the
special course at three years for officers
desiring the higher attachments in naval
science. April nth last he was assigned
to duty as constructor for the fleet at Key
West.
AUTHOR OF DISTINCTION.
Mr.. Hobson is the author of a political
naval military paper on "The Situation
and Outlook in Europe" which has re-
ceived considerable attention abroad.
During the China-Japanese war he was
selected as the American naval observer.
but his selection was revoked on account
Of opposition on the part of line officers
to those in the construction service. His
expert knowledge was recognized by the
Mexican Government, which designated
him in 1895 to conduct the trials of and
pass upon the Mexican dispatch-vessel
Donate Guerra, built at Philadelphia.
DIT NORTH CAROLINA ANTECE-
DENTS.
Constructor Hobson is q great nephew
II Governor Morehead, Of North Caro-
ina. His father was well-known lawyer
md Judge of that State. In the maternal
inc he is a grandson of Chief-JusticeI
Pearson, of North Carolina, and
ephew Of Representative Pearson, of
hat State. He is a great-grandson of for
rer Senator Williams. of Tennessee. q
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
The Freedman's Bank Depositors

Giles b. Jackson, counsel for the Freed
mans Bank depostors, will leave here
tomorrow morning for Washington. Cap
tain George d. Wise, who has always
favored the passage of this bill, has con-
scented, and will leave with him Monday
morning, and will take personal charge
of the prosecution Of his claims before
the Senate and House. jackson says that
the war cannot interfere with his claims.
as there is considerable money in the
treasury TO the credit of this fund
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
Appointed Surgeon.

DIR. Thomas Rollins Marshall has been
appointed assistant surgeon in the United
States army, with the rank OF captain.
DR.. Marshall is from Bedford county, Va,
and is postgraduate OF Johns Hopkins
University, of Baltimore. For the last
two years he has been a professor in the
Medical College Of Virginia, In 1893 he
was upon the biological expedition
through the West Indies and Cuba. and
made a study of local diseases. He will
return TO Richmond when the war is over.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05

Mrs. /. b. Garrett died at her home in
Newport News Friday night at u o'clock
after an Illness of some weeks. She
was a Miss Kirby, of this city, and had
many friends and relatives here. The
remains will be brought here for burial
at HIS o'clock to-day. and taken to her
mothers residence, No. 10 south Third
street.
The funeral arrangements will be made
later.
Deceased lady leaves a husband, mother.
flve sisters, and three brothers. Many
friends also mourn their loss
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
Not known Yet,

Rosa Stafford alias Davis, the pretty
stranger, is yet at the almshouse. She
has not yet told Superintendent Davis
where her parents live, but says she has
written to them and expects to hear from
them soon The kind-hearted Supern-
tendent realizes that it would be real
charity to keep her for awhile until some
provision is made for her
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
Denfh I'm Norfolk.

NORFOLK. VA. June 4-(Special)-
Mr.. S. w. Seldner. widely-known and
much-loved gentleman, Is dead. lie was
a brother-in-law of NJ. Umstadter, at
whose home, on Hall street. he died. He
win be buried from the residence to-
morrow az 8 o'clock.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
py- UNION STATION METHOD

IST CHURCH corner Twohty-fourth ana Y
strests,--C. l.. BASE. Pastor --Sund ~ school at
a:l5 a. NJ Morning class at $3.50. Preaching at
II A. VI. by the Pastor. su beet "Ihe Reward
20 These Who Endure Trials" No preaching
at night, on account OF the SchOOlheld tent
meeting. Prayer meeting MONDAY EVENING at
< o'clock Oficial board meeting TUESDAY at 3
p. NJ. Midweek service WEDNESDAY al s r. VI.
Young mems prayer meeting 1SCRsDAY EvE-
Ming az s O'Clock Ladies' prayer meeting
FRIDAY at $3.50 Z. NJ.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
For the Benefit of Soldiers.

The st. Johns Circle OF Kings Sons
and Daughters will give an enjoyable
entertainment at the residence OF Mrs.
Annie Kinds. on east Franklin street on
the night OF June 10th, for the benefit of
sick soldiers and their families. The
programme will be announced.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
Stabbed in the Foot.

w. r. AGREE, young man, was stabbed
I'm the foot at the First Market last
night. The ambulance, with Or. Brown
in charge, was called, and treated the
injury. and left his patient. The assail-
ant has not yet been arrested.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
THE POSITION OF THE FIRST.
Officers Say They Cannot Recruit I
Except for Active Service


Except for Active Service.
II appears to be a settled fact that I'M
less the First Regiment is ordered out the
organization will die natural death OF
hamilton.
Since the possibility has arisen that Yir-
ginla's quota under the second call VIII
be made up Of colored troops, after re-
cruiting up the present regiments the re-
cruitins Of old companies and OF the COM
panies in process OF formation has vir-
tually ceased. Men present themselves
and express their willingness and their
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05

Captain c. i. Weisiger, who is getting
M company for the First Regiment,
has asked all his men to meet him at
Eighth and Main streets at $50 o'clock
this morning to see the Fourth Regiment
~
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
DIR. Hatcher In DnnyiIle.

Rev. DIR. William r. Hatcher, who has
just returned from Cincinnati, will spend
to-day in Danville. He will dedicate a
church there and preach the baccalaureate
sermon before the Danvllle College.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
VIRGINIA BOAT-CLUBs REGATTA.
Annual Event Witnessed Dy "A Large
Crowd of Guests.

The annual spring regatta OF the Vir-
ginia Boat Club took place off Mayos
Island yesterday evening. The occasion
was as delightful, as IL always is; the
racing was decidedly interesting. though
the various contests were not close
enough 10 be termed exciting, and the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05

WILKINSON.-Died. on May 10th, at hi:
residence, in Powhatan county, WILLIAM
W. WILKINSON; aged 70 years.
Norfolk papers please copy.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05

Fall in line and use Elastic Starch.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-06-05
4 MEXICAN HEROgSM.
CONTINUED FROM FIRST pAGE)

e,auish reports OF the clearing away o.
che Merrimac, II Is not believed for an I'm.
slant that Sampson will submit to losing
This so dearly purchased advantage, and
Dc can he relied upon to prevent the re-
royal Of the obstruction.
with the spanish feet Gagged inside the
narbor. there 20 remain TN they are
starved ont or surrender. Admiral samp-
son viii be free to dispatch most OF his
powerful squadron for other duties.
ON TO PORTO RICO.
There IS a common belief that he medi-
tates an immediate attack upon San Juan.
There has been a notable change in the
zone OF dispatches from Europe. and al
though up TO this moment no peace ad-
,ances have been made to the State De-
r1rtmept by any OF the European Powers
there is an indefnable suggestion in the
.~ that any moment may bring forth
cyerturcs OF this kind. For this reason
The campaign against Porto Rico proba-
bly, win be hurried. in order to ensure its
possession by the United States before
peace is attained
THAT CADIZ BUGABoO.
81 the Cadiz fleet no fear is entertained.
No,vi,hstandins the many published re-
ports probably all ascribable to Spanish
ingenuity. TO the effect that this feet has
already started for either the West In
dies or the Philippines. It can be stated
us. the government has information
which It regards as reliable that the Span
.a feet had not left Cadiz UP to yester-
day.
Meantime army preparations go for
ward without the slightest sign Of ces-
sation. To-day bids were opened for
supplying 10000 cartridges. two more
transports were purchased, and arrange
merts we're made to use four Of the large
Spanish steamers captured as prizes for
tae transportation OF troops to Cuba and
Porto Rico.