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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01
The Hip Pocket.
ATLANTA ConstltutionO

The columns Of the Constitution and
other newspapers OF the country durina
the past few weeks, and especially an
ring the past few days. have teemed with
the accounts Of shOOungs, both muir
dcrous and accidental. 1t would seem
that the male population of the whol
country has been going about with It's
hip-pOckets loaded with pistols. In
town and country in every street, alley
and highway, In fields and in houses. j.
barns. stables. and woOdsheGs the pistol
toters have been able to get in their
deadly work. Young boys have killed
boys stil younger, old men have kllcc
young men, and have been. themselves
killed IN due course. Every hp-pOcket
seems TO contain a pistol, and all tn.
pistols are loaded.
Constitution Is Of the opinion
that II is high time for States and con-
munities 20 take measures more Ger
tain and definite than any that have
Vet been taken TO protect themsclNc
against the bloo7thirsty instincts of tn
pisto;-toters - whole country over.
there have be-. in all probability. a
many men. women. and children kil'e
during the past ten days as there were
soldiers MORALLY wounded at Santiago
The epidemic OF crime has been some
thing fearful. and the pistol-toter is re
sponslble for II all.
our Judges cannot be too severe In
their efforts 10 put down this practice
of carving concealed weapons. man
young or old, with pistol In his hip
nocket has already advertised The FAC
that ne is anxious 10 murder somebody.
and the law should det with him ac-
cordingly.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

The directors are r. l. Alfriend, -
Rand. Wexford. john Addison. w. "
Noting. Frank A. Davenport X Lau-
caster Williams. r. @. Renaolds, =. ~
Elicit. J. III. Capers, j. w. Ho'herL H. ~
Vaughan. and w. NJ. Habliston,
SAVINGS BANK OF RICHMOND.
The Savings Bank Of Richmond. located
In the National Bauk OF Virginia build
ing. was chartered in 1ssS II has eapi-
tai OF $4,000 and a surplus and undivided
profits OF $4,000 Its success has Deen
phenomenal, and the number OF Individual
deposltors is very large. X. a. Paterson
Is president ana James NJ. Ball cashier.
The directors are George l.. Christian
O. o. Owens, z. whitlock. ". Theodore
Ellyson. W. III. Zimmerman, y. Aisop,
Y. A. Paterson l.. T. Morris, +. sitter
ding. Fl. Seldom Taylor. John w. Goddin,
n. ID. Hargrove, and q. G. Valentine.
UNION BANK OF RICHMOND.
The linton Bank Of Richmond was char
tered as a savings institution May ). 1866
II has capital OF Sel9 OOo. and the amount
OF undivided profits and surplus is S2s6,O00
This institution. which is located In the
First National Bank building, Is one OF
the strongest savings banks in the coun-
try. The officers are: Nirginius Newton
president: j. b. Beasey. cashier. Direc-
tors-Virginius Newton. r. T. Arlington,
Jr.. b. Alsop, r. w Pembericn. n. w.
BOwe. and Charles Davenport.
JOHN L. WILLIAMS & SONS.
This banking and brokerage house has a
reputation far beyond the limits of Rich
fond for it's financial strength. The pro-
prietors Of the firm have always displayed
great public spirit. They have unlimited
confidence in the future of Richmond. and
are not only putting their own money
into needful undertakings for the city's
good, but are inducing outside capital TO
come here They caused the Richmond
Traction Company TO be organized. and
are now moving spirits in the project 10
harness the James-river water-power.
The members Of the firm are: John L.
williams. John SHELTON Williams. II. Lam
caster Williams, and Langbourne NJ. VIII
Hams.
OTHER BANKS.
The other banks are: Metropolitan
Thomas n. Carter. president; f. S. Valen-
tine, yice-president: II. a. Williams,
cashier. Dime SaYngs-Howard Swine
ford, president; s. G. Fairbank, vice
president; John II. Southall, cashier.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

house throughout by steam. These rooms
already had open fireplaces, but the man
agement, always having the comfort Of
guests in mind, decided that they would
ensure comfort by extending the steam
heating system, although it was done at
great expense.
Baths have been added 20 many Of the
rooms, and there will be no Increase in
price for these quarters.
These improvements make the Jefferson
as complete as any in the voild.
The transient rates on the American
plan are $ and upwards a day On the
European plan the rates are $50 a day
and upward.
. ne manager Of the hotel, n p. VI.
Fry, Is at all times painstakpg n his
efforts TO provide every comfcrt for his
guests. Rooms or bridal suites VIII be
reserved II the management is apprised
by telegraph Or mail.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01
NORTHERN NECK.
A Dwelling Burned-scarlet-Fe
Marriages.

CONFORM, KING GEORGE COUNTY,
December l-CSpecial) Several days ago
the clearinghouse Of Mrs. Amanda Raw
lett. about two miles from King George
Courthouse. was entirely destroyed by fire.
Mr.. George Atkins, a son-in-law OF Mrs.
Rawlett. who had the misfortune 70 lose
his house by fire some weeks ago, was
residing with his mother-ln-law when her
house burned, and as he was just begin
nins 70 recover from a severe illness, 1t Is
feared that the shock, as well as having
to ESCAPE from his bed into the opdn ain,
may result quite seriously
Dr. Minor, OF this place, says that he
has treated a number OF cases OF scarlet
fever at different times since September.
and that the disease IN every case Is OF
mild type. When asked 20 account for
the presence Of scarlet-feyer here, the
Doctor said that he Is certain that some
OF the cases In his practice were brought
here from Washington, d. c.
Mr.. Freeland Mason, OF Norfolk, is visit
ing his parents. Major and MIS-. Julian
!. Mason in this neighbothOod.
Mr.. c. II. A. Rogers, Of Louisa county.
is a guest OF relatives and friends here.
Mr.. and Mrs. William c. Bruce, Of
Washington, are SpcLulhS . "ceh Win
kinfolk at this place.
Dir. Vivian Lee, OF Colonial Beach. and
Miss Alice Inscoe. OF this county, were
married at Montague chapel on Wednes-
day night In the presence OF conc0urse
OF friends and relatives, the ceremony be-
Ing performed by Rev. IL. "A. Zones. of-the
Baptist church. The church was tastily
decorated with ferns and other eyergreens
and pOtted plants. The bride, who Is a
daughter OF Mr. and Mrs. J. +. Inscoe
was handsomely gOwned in white. and
the twenty-four attendants were attired
In dark colors. At the conclusion OF the
ceremony the bridal party and a large
number OF invited guests repaired 10 the
home OF the brides parents, where an ele-
CANT reception was enjoyed until past
midnight. Mr.. and Mrs. Inscoe Will reside
at Colonial Beach. where the former has
been engaged In business for several
years.
Mr.. Lawson Rawlett and Miss Maggie
Ellis. both OF this county. were quietly
married at the Methodist parsonage by
Rev. I. J. Wray several evenings ago
You have failed TO add 10 Richmonds
prosperity II you have no policies with
your city oompany-the Virginia State
insurance Company.
SECURITY BANK, Agent.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01
NEW Wholesale GROCERY FIRM.
Messrs. Saunders n Chambers 10 En-
bark in Business January LIST.

bark in Business January LIST.
/ The large wholesale grocery interests Of
! Richmond viii be considerably augmented
January LIST by the addition of Messrs
Saunders d Chambers, who have formed
"a partnership for the purpose Of carry
ing on the wholesale grocery business
on an extensive scale. The firm will oc-
cupy the big brick building formerly used
by the old Dominion IRON and Nail
Works. at the corner Of Fourteenth and
Cary streets. The building is now be
ing prepared for their occupancy. Some
what of a sensation was caused in the
local wholesale circles when it came 10
be known that the new firm had secured
this bulldino J. IS understood that seVC-
raj old grocery firms were seriously think
ing Of making an effort to lease IT, The
building is one Of the most desirable in
the city for wholesale purposes. 1t is
four stories high with bas ment, and
one Of the latest improved electric eleva-
tors Is now being installed for the firm
use. a railroad track runs TO the build
ing. and it mas three entrances on as many
streets.
The firm will carry a fine line OF goods,
embracing everything in groceries and
provisions. as we'll as salt, coffee, tea, and
sugar. 1lcS Will lIlAbiL wines.
brandies. liquors and cigars. and also
act as manufacturers agents for tobacco
and cigars. They will also handle to-
baccO manufacturers supplies
The new firm is composed of two OF
Richmonds best known and progressive
young men. Mr. W Bailey Saunders was
for twelve years connected with the firm
Of T. A. Saunders q Sons Mr.. NJ Allan
Chambers, was with Davenport, Morris
* Co., for sixteen years. In consequence
me firm is equipped with the necessary
experience 20 cater 10 the wants of the
southern retail merchants in the mos.
satisfactory manner. They have ample
capital at their command, and, if offerin-
TO the retail trade superior goods am
fair treatment viii do it, they viii soon
build up "a large business. Both gentle
men are identified with the Chamber of
Commerce Mr.. Chambers having for SOM
time served "a the Traffic Committee
With the inception Of the year the firm
viii be ready for business, as will be
made known by the appearance Of 4 mum
Der Of their travelling statesmen on tn
road. They viii undoubtedly be instru
mental in attracting 90 Richmond much
new business. and Messrs. Saunders d
Chambers intend 10 treat every custome
they secure so that he will always trade
with them The new firm will always
be glad to see merchants who visit Rich
moud, feeling assured that thoy can show
them one OF the finest VIII 'Iesale grocery
houses in the country. The firm will pay
special attention 10 mail orders.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01
ORR TRUSTC0NCERNS
sr,rNpID COMPANIES DOING
BUSINESS ~ THIS CITY.
rgsy ARE SOLID INSTITUTIONS.
,iretnia Trust Company Has
rad an Excellent Yc"r-fhe Rich
noca Trust and safe Deposit Conn
Wakes Good beginning.

-.. ... aty Of the financial institutions
nd is a matter OF great pride
zens. In number they excel
,.. 1 any other city of Richmond's
south.
.htsc concerns are deserving Of
nuon IN this connection. Refer
mad. TO the Virginia Trust Com
the Richmond Trust and Safe
. .0mgany. Below at some length,
., .d the nature OF the business
ly the two companies. faoth
.... ry prominent local capitalists,
... .lc confidence OF the bust
.r.ty.
ria Trust Company reports
.tory years business. The
trGst and safe Deposit Com
Ueen in existence only seven
..t nevertheless is already do
which is very encouraging
.. mcnt
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

James n. Boyd. president; Mann s.
Quarles, vice-president; John Morton,
secretary and treasurer; Robert Lee
Trayior, manager insurance department,
with MesAa. Christian & Christian adj
visory counsel The directors are 4. G..
Williams, Jr. Samuel r. Morgan. Joseph
Bryan, T.. y. Addison, John +. Branch,
J. J. Montague. w. :. Forbes. j. ~.
Mosby. r, william Pemberton, 10. d.
Christian. Edward p. Valentine. James
n. Boyd. Philip Whiuock. Mann D
Quarlos. Morton b. Rosonbaum' Z. W.
Branch, and l.. H. Morris.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

Many thousand dollars are brought to
Richmond each year by the Local insu-
rance companies. and many tnousanos
are sent away by the citizens 10 Foreign
companies. CO.
Moral Insure with the Virginia State.
WILLIAMSON TALLEY, Agent.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

The estimited value Of the Sultan's
Jewels Is $4,000 900. If his Majesty has
any hobby az all. 10 may be said to be the
purchasing Of jewels and witnessing pri-
vate theatricals. No professional OF
note-be he actor. singer. or conjuror-
passes through ConstantinOple without an
invitation from the Sultan. He always
pays for these performances In Bank OF
England notes
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

The doorkeeper Of the Boston Theatre,
who died recently, held his place thirty
three years, and in all that time never
Witnessed a play there or anywhere else.
on only one occasion he asked for holt
day, and that was 10 attend clanIbake
down the harbor He missed the boat,
and was in his place at the theatre at
the regular hour
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

IL makes no difference what agent con-
trolls your insurance, he VIII give You
a Virginia State policy II you request IL.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

John d. Rockefeller, despite his mill
lions. carries a plain, cheap silver watch
given him when he was boy.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01
THE FAR SOUTHWEST.
An Old Custom Disnppearlng-Per-
RonaI Notes.

GATE CITY. VA, December 5L-(spe-
cial.)-Christmas week has been unusually
ouiet-a few dances, a few select dinners.
and the usual pyrotechnlc nuisance being
about the only variation from de usual
dull routine Of everyday lie IL has 50 far
afforded to this far-away section. The
weather has not been very favorable 70
the local Nlmrods and the stories or me
shots and surprising exploits Of tho
sportsmen are rare and suporlatlVeiy dull'
The ice has dsappe AIRED, denying those
fond OF the manly sport Of skating tho
pleasure OF displaying their skill TIL
Boreas sends down another blast 10 con-
geal the surface Of tho streams and
ponds.
Christmas here Is not what Il used 10 be-
Within the past few years the shooting
match has about disappeared Those old
time shooting matches! What flood
OF memories the very name brings upl
The day was set three or four fat beeyes
or a few dozen turkeys were gotten ready,
and long before Old Sol peeped over the
eastern hills the sturdy dcni2ons, carry
Ing thsir long "cap-and-ball" rifles, were
seen vending their way toward the APP
pointed place.
IL took but a few minutes 10 make up a
match. The Hance shot was usually
sixty yards, and the keeu-eyed wOodsmen,
lying fiat on The ground, would send
their bullets IS true TO Tho mark as II
drawn thither by o. magnet. In "a single
match the centre was often driven many
times. II took close shooting 70 win.
All day the matches would continue, and
at the close of day the winnings were
generally distributed among the moro
destitute families Of the community. The
best Of good feeling almost invariably
prevailed. and when the marksmen scpa-
rated for the night they usually had an
agreement as o. when they wOuld meet
and renew the sport on the following day.
The old time shOotiug-match played an
important part in the progress o. civili-
cation. AZ was the parQde-ground OF the
rural district There the people met TO
discuss local affairs 70 fraternze. and
10 remember the poor, seldom a match
was held that dbl not leave several hearts
gladder and homes brighter than II found
them. But s. has gone glimmering" and
many worse thing has taken its place.
Rev. Smith. the evangelist. has been
conducting a very interesting and sue
cessful religious revival here for several
weekA The pastors Of the local churches
have been cooperating with him.
There IS talk of a new Republican paper
making It's appearance here early IN thu
year, WIN popular 70 ing lawyer or ID
town as editor.
Shoemaker College. which suspended ia
the holidays on the sd. Will reopen Jany
airy %, with a largely increased enro
ment.
Professor a. T. G. Stevenson, president
OF the college, has been ga quite feeble
health for several We ks but Is improving.
The Missionary Baptists here have de-
cided upon the location for d new church
edihce. which they viii commence erect
ING soon.
Nearly all OF the public schools OF
Scott county Will close today The terms
this year were five months. instead Of
four as for the past few years
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

Ernest Van Dyck. the grand opera
singer. began life as a newspaper man.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

The garden viii be a delightful place
foi lady guests 20 exercise. and will be-
come q. popular place for taking sun
baths.
The Jefferson Is now In great favor as a
place for germans and receptions. Man
ager Fry has set apart a section OF the
large, dining-room exclusively for this
purpose.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

MANY years ago." says the C0ngTega-
tionalist. "a German family applied for
admission 10 the church III Hartford OF
which DR.. Joel Halves was pastor.
Through an interpreter Or. hawes pro-
pounded 10 then elaborate questions con-
corning the Atonemont. They looked per-
picked and shook their heads. A. the
questions were repeated IN changed forms
their faces grew sfolid. Evidently they
had given up trying 20 comprehend the
subject. AZ last Or. Halves said. impa-
tiently, Wei. we'll ask them II they love
Christ The question WIS put. AZ once
their faces lighted. Their eyes grew
moist. They answered Ia chorus, oh, Ja'
Wir Christus lieben. ia wOhlT And tho
Doctors ewes giistened also as he Sald.
.yya .hau have IN take them m
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

You have failed TO add 10 Richmonds
prosperity II you have no policies with
your city comp3ny-the Virginia State
insurance Company.
SECURITY BANK. Agent.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01

The Virginia state Insurance Company
has assets exceeding $4,000 and surplus 20
pollcy-holders OF s100oQ.
w. A. cRENsfi.Aw, Agent
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01
THE TURKISH BATHS.

Many improvements have been made in
the Turkish. Russian, roman, and cleo
trio baths. These baths are very popular
with Richmond people. and hundreds en-
Joy the Injuries they offer. The baths
are IN charge OK experienced attendants.
There arc special days for ladies, when
woman attendant Is in charge. The baths
may be used by sojourners in Richmond.
no ma tier where they are staying.
BILLIARD AND WINE-ROOMS.
The biliard-room Of the hotel has no
superior anywhere. II enjoys 1T 1ai
patronage The tables are the very best.
Adjoining the bll'ard-roofn Is the wine
room. the most complete In the South,
where every beverage desired may be OBJ
tanned
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01
DCCFNT IMPROVEMENTS.

One OF the most important OF late i'm
provemcuts is the installing Of an Ice
Liant. Artificial ice is made rom the
Artesian well water drawn on the pre-
misses The analysis o. this water shows
II 70 be of a superior quality and health
ful.
) vtutuaiing system has been establish
e. by which a current Of fresh air IS con-
stontly passing through all the serVlee
rooms The advantage of the placing OF
such a system in the hotel ca lnot be
over-estimated.
An Improvement that guests will appre-
ciate IS the placing Of steam radiators IN
all the front rooms thus heating the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-01-01
THE sECURITY BANK.

This institution is known IS the young
mems bank OF Richmond 1t Is managed
and patronizod largely by young business
men, and IL has had a prosperous career
since its organization, in 1880. After pay
ing handsome dividends it has now So 900
IN surplus and undivided profits 'fhe
capital is $4,000 The officers are: +. A.
Catlin, president; Clay Drewry. vice-p.es-
ident A. 3. Blair. cashier. The directors
are: Clay Drewry. n. X. Savage. James
r. Gordon. c. W. Tanner, c. II. Haean,
]. L. Antrim, :. u. Crenshaw, =. u.
Mosby, Preston Cooke. Jackson Guy. w.
T. Hancock. A. Bargamin. j. Clement
Shafer. and II. w. Rountree. A savings
department II connected with this bank.
CITIZENS EXCHANGE BANK.
The Citizens Exchange Bank had de-
posits OF $529 635.4 rs on December 27th, an
increase OF Ai6905.45 since January 18th
last In the same period individual de
posits increased SS45ol.l7. The earnings
of the bank increased In the last six
months over % per cent. over the first
ak months. which were practically spent
in reorganization. w. Nj. Habhston ID
the president and T. X. Sands cashier.
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-12-27
Urgent Deficiency Bill.

Washington, Dec. 2s3.-The urgent
deficiency appropriation bill, the first
OF the important supply bills for the
government COVER, expenses, is practically
made up, and the total will amount 10
about $5l 100000. The items have al
ready been sent in by the several de
par1tments, and these are being put to-
getherso that the appropriations com
nittee WILDE able to submit the bill to
the -lltea#l house soon after it assemblies. OF
this amount $45, 157, ST. is asked for the
y ward department and $3,143. 74o for the
navy. department..
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-12-27
CALLS TT A SERIOUS WAR.
MINI. Gen. Miles Makes Some Com.
ments ON Struggle in South Africa

HaSHls OH StFuS-le IN south Africa
Philadelphia. Dec 90. - Mai. Gen.
Nelson A. Miles, Capt. Wheeler, Capt.
Leevis and Judge OutwaiIe, of the
United States ordnance board, who ar
rived here to witness a test of a new
smokeless powder, Friday went to
Meadvilie, Pa, to examine so new wire
wound guns. Before leaving Gen. Miles,
in expressing his opinion, regarding
) the South African war, said to a re
porter: ,.
The struggle between the British and
Beers is very serious war. There have
been some severe losses, and believe there
will be serious encounters before it is ended
AS to the proba BILE results, T, of course
cannot predict If the British are defeat
ed, is it likely to involve Europe in serious
complications? 1t might and it might not
AS to the tactics of the contending arm
les, both seem to be pursuing what is
termed open order methods It is a mis-
take. to compare the tactics of the Beers
to those of our Indians Their ia cites a re
the white mans tactics.
The outcome, of course, depends upon
the skill OF the. commanders, as it does ir
( every war. The Beers have been prepar-
ing Tor 1t for the last ten years In view OF
the circumstances | do not think .thei,
showing SO far is in the nature of a sur
prise.
They have had no difficulty in procuring
ammunition. The people in the Transvaa
are accustomed to the use of powder in
mining operations. There they know how
to manufacture cartridges Besides, they
8 had plenty Of money to buy necessary war
materials beforehand and store them away
for use when needed :,
h 10 succeed IN war is to get ready be-
lore you commence hostilities.
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-12-27
secured His wi.h

Bing hamton, q, Dec. % John
Is. Gardner, ged 60, in order to get his
picture in print, shot his wife, aged 90,
and then XII led himself.