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The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1899-04-28
The Expected Came Unexpectedly.

II am free to admit that that almost
took my breath away. " came 50 sud
denly. We had expected il all along.
but things you have been expecting al
ways come unexpectedly. As he left
with face about this long Indicating
by holding up his hands far apart, the
German said to me:
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1899-04-28
SERIOUS COMPLICATIONS.
Commander OF the f"ih" Nrreste~
b, the Americans n"d
English.

Seattle. Wash. April si.-A Times
special from Victoria, H. G., says mat
The steamer Morangi. from Australia,
brings ad,iccs that the commander 81
The German man-of-Nar Fake, az So
moa. had been arrested 10y the BRITISH
and is now held a prisoner IN the
British vessel Porpoise.
r,ru.shed Arms to Nntaafn's Men.
lie was surprised by squad OF Brit
ish sailors handing arms and ammuni-
lion To Maiaafa's men. The report was
brought to Australia by the passengers
of the steamer tpola.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
snrTiIERN NOTES.

An interesting railroad rumor just out
says a Macon CGa) special, IS to the effect
that the Southern railroad proposes to
build from Macon to Tennile, where 1t
will make Connection with the Augusta
Southern
Key West, Fla. IS enjoying an unpre-
cedented building boom.
The Nashville American says we are
Jealous OF Nashville. This is true. Some
times we get tired Of the hustle and STIR
the whirl and excitement Of city life, and
then we long for the rural calm, the I'M
broken solitude. the Sabbath quiet OF
Nashville.-Memphis Commercial-Appeal.
A study OF the methods OF the Presby-
terians develops a very interesting phase
Of the race question now being warmly
discussed in this country.
In the south there are no less than thlr-
~ Presbyterian Sunday schools, IN wnlch
the very best white Sundsy-school teacn-
ers I'm that denomination ara instrucuhs
colored pupils.
The Presbyterian Church believes that
tho only solution of the question ~ not
education but Christian educduoh' loi
the negroes.-Atlanta Journal.
II does not seem TO be known when the
seaboard Air Line. Alabama and Geor-
gia and Florida Central and Peninsular
roads will be consolidated under Mr.. VIII
Hams MANAGEMENT and one set of gen
eral officers. but when IL IS done IL VIII be
one Of the three or four really oig rail-
road systems in the SOuth-Chariestoh
News and Courier.
Mr.. r. II. Crump, a native OF Virginia
and for years a citizen Of Louisville, died
the other day in ST. Louis.
Alfred II. Edwards. a well-known rail-
road man. Of Alabama, IS dead.
Mrs. Jefferson Davis has sent 10 the
public library IN Macon q number. Of
relics and mementos Of the late President
of the Southern Confederacy
Accompanying the gift was letter
from BeauvOlr House Mrs. Davis
home. I'm which she said: Il am max
ing. as il We're my last will and testa-
ment. as my home IS 20 be broken mp
and sold as soon as possible ana / can
not live here alone"
Among the mementos are n suit of
clothes worn by M Davis, his tobacco
pouch. wriung-case. bedroom slippers,
pocket compass. a plaque painted for him
by his daughter Winnie, and variety
OF medals which were conferred upon
him.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

Many years ago sn enterprising man
came 10 the city OF Richmond with view
~ locating some valuable industries here,
but he did not receive much encourage
ment. on the contrary he got the cold
shoulder and he was so much disguised
with his experience that be packed his
baggare and went North. He started
little settlement in Massachusetts and
that settlement Is to-day one Of the most
aourishins manufacturing cities Of New
England. It's name IS Lowell and 1t bears
the name OF is founder.
We cannot vouch for the story. but II
was related to us by distinguished citi-
zen Of this city who says that he had II
time and again from former citizen
who has now passed away and who was
in his day one Of the wealthest manu-
facturers in this community. There may
be some mistake about the name. We
had supposed that Lowell was a much older
city. but that such a man did come to
Richmond. that he was turned away and
that he afterwards established large In
dustries in Massachusetts, we have every
reason 10 believe is true.
We tell the story because II has a Pc
culiar application at this time. Two rail-
road companies are asking the privilege
OF carrying on extensive improvements
in this city. For many weary days and
weeks they have been trying to secure
from the City Council the privilege Of IN
vesting their money here and have been
urging expedition on the part OF the
Council that they might go to work at
the earliest possible moment, but up TO
this time their prayer has not been an
swered, and so far from receiving the en-
coursgenent that they had the right to
expect. all sorts OF trihing objections were
raised. and finally they were informed
Ivy the subcommittee which had the mat
ter In hand that they would not be per-
mittcd 10 enter upon this work until they
should put up q forfeit bond.
Whist II Raehmond going to do about
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
THETAx QUEsTIoN-AGAIN.

We are pleased TO receive from cor
respondent a communication relating 10
tho norsonal tax question. We have IN
vited a discussion Of this question which
&c of such great Importance to the people
~ virginia. and we would, If possible
create in it the interest that 1t deserves.
However we cannot agree with the view
Of our correspondent The poll tax as
prerequisite in voting is all right IN prIn-
cinle but in practice II was vile abuse
so much so that the people of Virginia
after having made the experiment. with
unanimity of sentiment repealed II. Those
who have been in the habit OF paying
their head tex before this law was enacted
continued 20 pay IT out Of their own
nocket but there were thousands OF
others who would not pay, and In order
TO secure their votes this party or that
particularly that paid the head tax and
the whole business degenerated into
system of bribery and corruption. We
want no more Of that sort Of thing IN
Virginia for the small sum Of money re-
ceived therefrom did not begin to COM
pensate for the corruption involved.
Nor can we concur in the other pro-
position OF our correspondent that we
adopt system OF plural voting" based
upon the amount of personal property
listed for taxation. Such a measure would
be unconstitutional and in conflict with
the great Americon principle Of manhood
suffrage. In this country a man is
man before the law without regard to the
abundance Of his possessions. Apart from
all this to adopt any system OF plural
voting based upon the amount of personal
property which any citizen has would
also oper the doors to gross abuses.
There would be false swearing In Close
contests and our elections would be large
" controlled by the wealthy class. the
men Of large possessions would not only
be able 10 cast more votes for himself
than his poor neishbor. but he would also
be In a position to lend some OF his Sc
curities TO others. for the purpose OF
plural voting. and under such system
We would very soon build up an aris-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
AFTERMATH.

The Louisville Courier-Journal quotes
Rev. Mr.. Jones, the noted evangelist as
saying:
"My income has been between s25oo0
and $4,000 year for the past nfteen
years / will make an oath tonight that
I'm not worth $4,000 to my name. ! try
TO do good with my money Does God re-
strain a man from making money NO
lie does not. But He restraints you on the
way you spend it,"
The Citizens Committee Of San Fran
cisco has issued a call for subscriptions
for a fund Of 100000 for the erection Of a
Dewey monument by the people OF Calf
fornia in Golden Gate Park.
The subscriptions OF the first day
amounted 10 $4,000. Claus Spreckels gave
$1,000 and John W. Mackay $3.50.
The Rev. II. II. Baldwin. an aged
preacher. was killed by lightning while
conducting a religious service at Foun-
tain in Dewey county, Oklahoma, Thurs
day night. For a week he had been con-
Quoting a revival, and the little church
was crowded.
lie gave out the hymns and led In
prayer, ana then went 70 the blDle anu
gave out his text. Then the storm broke
lie appealed 20 the congregation to lead
better lives and to feel a spiritual calm
after a life Of sin. the roughness and tur-
bulerce OF which he compared with the
violence OF tho storm raging out Of doors.
Jus. then a crash of thunder came,
white a brilliant fash almost blinded those
I'm the front pcws. When they recovered
from the confusion the minister lay on
the floor dead.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

81? Are We going 70 turn these raiIroau
companies away as the Massachusetts
man was turned away in days OF ola!
Are we going 10 advertise to the worid
that new enterprises are not welcome
here and that we propose to put an en-
barge upon investments? Away with 'he
idea. The Richmond Of to-day is not the
Richmond OF fifty years ago. our people
are enterprsing and they are DESTROYS OF
having as many new enterprises as pos
sible located here. We DO earnestly hope
that the Street Committee in taking up
this matter now will represent the pro-
gresslve citizens Of this community and
not only give the railroad companies the
franchise that they are asking for, but
give them words of good cheer and God
speed and the assurance OF Rlchmonds
hearty cooperation.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
Kidney and Bladder
Troubles Promptly Cured.
A sample Bottle Sent Free by Mall.

DR. Kilmer's Swamp-Root, the Won
derful new discovery In medical science,
fulhlls every wish in promptly curing
kidney, bladder and uric acid troubles,
rheumatism, and pain In the back. IL
corrects inability to hold water and
scalding pain In passing II, or bad effects
following use OF liquor, wine or beer.
and overcomes that unpleasant necessity
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cases.
II you need a medicine you should
have the best. Sold by druggists In nifty
cent and one dollar sizes You may have
a sample bottle OF this wonderful new
discovery and a book that tells all about
II. and it's great cures. both sent abso-
htely free by mail. address Or. Kllmer
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ing mention that you read this gener'
Gus offer in The Richmond Times.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

The Culpcpcr Exponent cannot puI
teiievs that the State Committee, from
he very tact of its being composed
LARGELY OF men who are favorable 90 tha
reelection of Senator Martin. NlA srtht
the request and order a Senalof.Ai Con-
vention." III they do not lt goes on,
"lt seems absolutely certain lo Us Ia
they will thereby credit Dir. Maruh WIN
being strongly opposed to GYMS l"e pen
Die am opportunity TO choose l~e4 0""
public servants ...,..,
thar many VIII put upon refusal *
- Committee 10 call a convention and
Mr. Martin cannot afford 10 have him.
solr placed In such an attitude.
William J. Bryan addressed 1000 peo-
nile at Quincy. H., on Tuesday. Ana yes
tbere are people who maintain mat ne j.
POLITICALLY dead. Their persistence ID re-
ierafing such nonsense can only be eA-
plained on the theory thar tle "ish -
father ID tho thOusnr-DanflAo N-sS
ter. 49, ouch
.tl,a maj he IS able % keep free slEer
from passing into innocuous deslet-1'.
And t6at is saying great deal Tor MS
vitality and his WALKING influence
on the afternoon OF last coIl' Jay
,,bsn the large crowd in attendance vas
dispensing. Two negroes waiAed owe. e..
railroad trestle, under wnicn one 'ot -
-, -,,irens was standing. one ot tina
negroes @,ro remarked to the Other Other. ..5 sil
-, ,is Won come out to-day O4iF
, ,'o / only sold my vote ave Tines.
how did you DOR We'll / done puag
Iii .cep,in wild dat ar auctloneeF man. man,
w. ,,5,', 40 nothin' tall wild him. ma
~ r~iolned: Hugh. hu-h-h. Gar amt
nothin' tall Ia dat man .h,.
More and more are we convinced zee ms. tnA,
q restriction must be put upon ine tlsnI
Of SURFACE in Yirginia.-HalIaN ihu0-
pendent. -. - vi.f,
az f.fiov,s who purchased these Nolt7'
For our part. we think that the ~Mog
man who buys a vote Is a greater l@' -
than the ignorant negro who se"s'
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

tocracy Of wealth TO which The Times Is
uncompr, misingly opposed.
But let the discussion go on. That Is
the way TO get results. 1t IL by srgu-
ment. by suggestions here and there that
conclusions are reached. and there Is no
better medium through which the people
can communicate their views one to an
other than The newspaper.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

Some interest was excited in tobacco
circles concerning the report that Canada
had turned its attention to tobacco
growing but Mr.. Alexander Harthnl, OF
Louisville Ky, who is well known in
Virginia. has just returned from a visit
10 Toronto, so We learn from a Louis
Vile special in the New York CONNER
cial, during which he made an inspec-
ton Of the tobacco growing regions Of
the Dominion, and the operations iOr the
trade, and his conclusions are that to-
bacCO raisers in the United States have
no reason TO fear the competition of their
Northern neighbor 80 far as tobacco IS
concerned He says that while the plants
grow fairly WELL they are deficient in
flavor. nicotine and other qualities which
manufacturers require.
"Quite an interesting question has been
raised" says the Memphis Commercial
Appeal. "by the passage Of antitrust
laws IN Missouri. Texas. Arkansas and
other States. This concerns the effect
that these laws will have on amuse-
ments" That need give no trouble. In
all States where antitrust laws have
been enacted there Will be plenty OF
amusement and no doubt about IL. Just
who will pay the fiddler and VINO VIII
do the laughing-but that Is another
story.
The export apple season has practically
closed. Shipments 10 the European
markets began in September last and
continued without interruption up 10 this
date. The total shipments for the sea
son aggregate 1.1S66l2 barrels against
els 500 barrels FOR the previous year Eng
land is our largest customer and nearly
all the shipments went to European
ports When it is remembered that these
apples sell In Liverpool at from $50 TO
$50 a barrel II Is plain 10 see that the
apple export trade is no trifing matter
II IS well known that the Albemarle
pippln Is the favorite with Queen Vic
tora. and while Il is not known. It IA
nevertheless a fact. that there are pip
pins I'm various other sections Of Viz
ginia quite as good as the Albemarle
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
S,oi,sthc Game.

First Volunteer-Where are you MT.
Bill?
Second Volunteer-ln the reg.
Iirst yoiunteer-Grat Scott, that'G
tough Wen have 20 get some other fell
law To run bases for you at the ball gains
tomorrow, then.-Judge.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

The slight cough may
soon become deep-seated and
hard to cure. Do not let 1t
settle on the lungs.
Think! Has there been
consumption in your familyf
SCOTS Emulsion is Cod
liver oil with hyPoPhoS-
phites. These are the best
remedies for a cough.
SCOTS Emulsionhas saved
thousands who, neglecting
the cough, would have drift
ed on until past hope. 1t
warns, soothcs, strengthens
and invigorates.
soe. and Sl.oo all druggists.
SCOTT Z RowNh. 'hs~'''s' Ne" '"~ !,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
4 Staud-Of

Mrs. Sleeper-Henry, II you do not arise
and Kill that mosquito. he will keep me
awake all night with his singing.
Mr.. Sleeper-Yes. and n / do. I'll
awaken the baby, who'll keep me awake
all night with his singing Judge.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
RfcpUIAT ON

4 pleasing story with a moral TO IL
comes 10 We from the town OF brunswick
ca Middleton Frazier. who is descrlb-
Cd - an "old-time oarkSy." was before
the court charged with a helrous offense.
~ o6suss Cor which many a pagro in
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

Argry New-yes. I quarrel with the
leading man. and, as all the others in the
company sided with him. / resigned.
sue brette-But didn't any one take
your part?
Angy New-Only my NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
Stories. - -
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
Doing Her Part.

Wife (eamestly)-George. Gear / have
prayed so fervently OF late for a tailor
made gown, that l feel II would be flying
in the face OF Providence not 10 so and
get measured at once-Brooklyn Life
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
over the Teacups.

Mr. Bowsley-You remind me a sooa
deal Of one OF these great American trunS
lines Of ours.
Mrs. Bowsley-llow 90 you Hs'n
hest Won can for your connections.-Chi-
cago Times Herald.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

The London Cremation Society only got
24o bodies last year. There are compare
lively few people who relish the idea Of
being reduced to ashes. There IS some
thing inherent that clings to the thought
Of the body as 1t existed. even in the
gloom of the grave
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

mike" said PloddIng Pete, "deres only
one time when eny!es de rich"
"Im ashamed Of yer weakness"
II don't blame you. But when I read
abou desc swells comm all de way from
Europe as saloon passengers. can't help
feelin' a pang o jealousy. Washington
Star, !
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

Your number" said the warden to the
new prisoner, sis $780,"
Thank YOU" replied the ex-cashier,
I've been trying for years to get into
society. and here / am In the 400 at last"
Chicago News
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
She Saws !t All.

"Jawdatt never has a word 10 say for
himself He's as dumb as an oyster"
Yes. and his wife keeps him I'm a stew
all the time, too. "-Philadelphia Bulletin.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

The Americans paid off one Cuban who
was in the penitentlary. This shows the
great advantage Of first catching your
soldiers.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

variety. virginia apples are as good as
the best and we have no doubt That IN
the course OF time Horticulture Will be
one OF our leading industries.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
Plenty of \ id.

Miss Goldbug doesn't seem in any hur-
~ about awarding the marriage con-
tract"
NO: she IS still receiving proposals. -
Philadelphia Bulletin.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

Hawkins don't see from all accounts
that these naval chaplains do much
Tucker-Oh. I don't know; see n good
deal about converted yachts.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
Never.

Jones-Do you think the tramp problem
will ever be solved?
Brown-Not II the tramp has to work It
Out-PuCk
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

The reports indicate that Tod Sloan has
fallen off in his riding.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
PEOPLE AND POLITICS.
BY AN OBSERVER.

Antitrust means anti-tariH. Let the
issue be disguised as II may at iaS ~ ~
will bring VS. up to the tariff again Inc
separate State LEGISLATURES may enact
statutes aimed at the large corporations
known as trusts. The Federal govern
ment may spread among its acts meas
ures framed with all the ingenuity posi-
bic. But they will all prove ineiilclent 20
meet the issue In permanent ana sdli'
factory way. They Will prove iheihclsi,1
because the evil Is SO well entwihed WIN
the inalenablo rightl OF man that, WINE
the protective tariff exists, no cue Al
or State statute can pluck II out. Inc
Dingley bin Is the parent or TINS recent
outourst Of trusts. Their sudden ana luA-
uriant efilorrescence found It's sproutl"5
places I'm the schedules OF that Dill Le'
Us never lose sight Of what ius. 10
10 is nothing but large corporalion,
having It's distinctive features in the iact
that 10 was made mp Of many pre-eNlst-
Ing smaller corporations. why shoulu
these pre-existlng smaller corporations
agree 90 unite in one large corporation!
The saving Of salaries paid 10 various
executive heads IS one reason. lneN
united strength. BY means of whlch they
are enabled 20 undertake larger contracts
and more extended business. Is another
reasoni But the main. impelling consul
Grafton IS the desire to prevent Compel
ton among themselves and raise the leVel
OF prices charged the American consumers
TO tho highest market that our tarin wall
VIII admit o. The enormous profits whlch
they can thus make out of the American
people without bringing in one cent OF
revenue 90 the general government are
sufficient 20 people this land with mil
Nonairos and dot 10 with milionaires
villas. BY means OF hundreds or manu-
featured articles this state OF things could
be demonstrated. 10 is the American
market-our home market-that the trusts
are after, and yet the simple American
voter cannot see the mouth OF the shark
that Is open 20 snap at him. That Ola
conception OF Infant industries Is
thrown aside; its infantilehood IS cast
away and there stands forth giant
trust in these modern days. They en-
trench themselves securely behind the
high tariff wall, and thus cut off from all
foreign competition, they lock shields by
means OF articles OF Incorporation and
defy Federal statutes and State Legisla-
lures 20 do them harm without uprootng
tho vested rights Of property and the
necessary safeguards Of commerce. All
this fuss and Juror about trusts Will
amount 10 nothing unless il takes MP
again the old battle cry Of freedom or
exchange and foreign trade. This and
this alone will break mp the trusts and
bring their promoters TO their senses.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

The Dewey gift house scheme has about
reached the financial Stage Of having nice
plans drawn by O. "well-known archi-
tect."
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

The Times IS always indebted 20 Irie ma
who favor Il with society items .''nh
personals but must urge that az ~
be sent over the signature VI
sender a., A.. 80
All unsigned communications VIII be re-
.ected alT avs.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28
TINES BUILDING.
TENTH AND BANK SEhEhis'
RICHMOND. VA.
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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

Reports from the English turf races
say that Royal Flush won. In straight
heats Of course. and with surprise 10
two or three kings or queens.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-05-28

The Baltimore American says. 1T IS
curious fact that a negro has never been
known TO tame an elephant or any Wild
animal" We don't know that negro
ever wanted on elephant but We are
ready TO back him on subduing an opos-
sum against the leading experts Of the
world