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The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

Hon. II G. Curtis. Of the Insular
Commission. has returned TO Washing
ton and reports that he found large
majority Of the responsible people OF
Cuba advocating annexation. Among
those with whom he talked was
President Masso. who is avowedly
favorable 20 the policy Of making the
island part Of the United States. Gen.
Masso told him that the planters and
business men generally were favorable
10 immediate annexation, and that, IN
deed their feeling was unanimous, eX'
cept in the case Of soldiers, who were
ambitious for a trial of independent
government, and also as TO some OF
those who are now drawing ratlons
from the United States IL is Mr.. Our
It's understanding that census VIII be
ordered. and that an election to decide
the future Of the island will soon FOL
low. - Washington. d. O., Post.
OF course, an election under such cir
cumstances will mean annexation. The
dissatisfaction at the probability OF
such action in that island, is told in the
story about the banquet, printed else
where.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Their Busineia BOaminr.

Probably no one thing has caused
such a general revival of trade at NJ.
Nj. Lewis Drug Store as their giving
away to their many customers OF 80
many free trial bottles DR.. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption. Their
trade is simply enormous in this very
valuable remedy. from the fact that it
always cures and never disappoints
Coughs, Colds, Asthma, Bronchitis,
Group. and all throat and lung diseases
are quickly cured. You can test it before
buying by getting a trial bottle free
large sizs 500, and 81 90. Every bottle
warrant ed.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

Prosecution Of works Of philanthropy
will henceforth occupy all the time and
attention Of Andrew Carnegie, it is
said, end that he viii retire from the
activities Of the several gigantic indus
tries which he has founded, absorbed
and extended. The total Of Mr.. Oarne-
MES gifts up to March of this year
amounted to about twelve millions
of dollars and this is exclusive Of the
Carnegie Music Hall, in New York
city.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
American Peace Society at Boston Con
denim Philippine Policy

At large and harmonious meeting
Of the American Peace Society in Bos-
ton Monday, the present policy Of the
Government in the Philippines was
described as wicked, unjust aud un-
fitting any Christian nation. The cor
responding secretary called the present
war III the Philippines contrary TO
American principles, unjust to the ma
tiyes. and dangerous to this country,
rnor which IL is likely 10 fasten a
frightful burden Of miitarlsm.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Forcommonwsalths Attorney.

10 the Vu',rs o. Sp0tsBirmld County:
Having been appointed by the County
Court as Commonwealth Attorney to
fiji out the unexpired term Of a. b.
Rawlings. deceased, and being urged
by many citizens from ali parts Of the
county TO become a candidate for cleo
ton on the Goth Of May, for the full
term beginning July LIST. 1899. desire
to say if it be your pleasure to elect me
to this position Of trust. shall perform
the duties Of the Office with promptness,
fidelity and impartiality.
Very respectfully,
aplltd Lee J. Graves
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

The only Buddhist temple in Ameri-
ca and the best equipped shrine Of its
kind outside Of those countries profess
ing Buddhism as their faith, has been
opened in the new museum building at
the University Of Pennsylvania at Phil
adelphia-
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
LOOKING O\E'S BIyT.

The desire to look nice and be admired does not
pass away with our youth, but unfortunately we
often drift hopeessly from the realization Of our
fondest dreams How can make the best Of my
self2 is the question we perpetually ask ourselves
Let us see what Best consists Of 4 pleas
ant face, sweet voice. tact and last but by no
means least,
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE
I.~faofon Va

The BOARD of Visitors, at Their Animal
Mating nm the 18Th CAV of next June, Will
arncinf STATE CADET'to I'll vacanci s
in The list I'd, slh. 18th, I4th. 18th ,22d, 2ith,
95th snd 35th Senatorial Districts, and three
vacancies at large These appointn en-
CARY free board End tuition. app cal i ms
sho1ld be address. ed to the UNDERSIGNED on
or before June 10th on forms mat VIII DC
sent upon request ,n oz.,,tordo,t
aplt0W.6w
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

Cardinal Gibbons in his sermon at
the Cathedral, in Baltimore, last Sun
day. spoke Of the recent divorce and
marriage in New York society Of Perry
Belmont and Mrs Sloane. and said il
was a crime against the law Of Jesus
Christ
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Hon. z. 4. Meredith III.

Manassas, Va. May 9.-Ex- Congress
man T. L. Meredith was taken with q
relapse yesterday morning and continues
very i'll at his home. He Is suffering
from stomach trouble and 1t is feared by
some that 1t will develop into case OF
appendicitis. He is resting better this
evening.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
CAROLTNH II

To the Torers of Caroline CO.
l hereby announce myself an indie.
pendent candidate for the office OF
Commissioners Of the Revenue for dis
trict No. /, at the election which will
take place on Thursday, May %, 1892
and | respectfully ask for your sup
port, and l also respectfully ask my
friends to take no part in the Demo
cratic primaries on the I'd day of May.
II elected. l promise faithful
honest, and impartial discharge of the
duties Of the office.
+. b. Collins.
apl2. I'd
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

"Nor is there the least intention Of
'subjugating the Philippines. All the
Presidents military efforts are directed
solely to the preservation Of law and
order there, and II the Filipinos would
cooperate in this respect, he and the
peace commission which he has sent to
them would enter at once upon the
work Of their political regeneration
with view to giving them all the
privileges which the territories OF the
United States between the Pacific and
the Atlantic now enjoy
Secretary Long also says: Il can
hardly doubt that you feel that we
should first of all things-and that is
the Presidents policy, although you
suggest that he has none-restore the
Philippines to condition OF law and
order. That is the first step-one evil
IDENTIFY that needs all our energy
and the help and influence Of all true
men.
after that the step to take l believe.
should be step toward the self-govern-
ment Of the islanders as soon as they
prove themselves fitted for ii, and as
soon a. peace and good order are guar
anteed-probably under some protect
crate OF our government. as our own
territories are under its protectorate
All this can be taken up as soon as quiet
is restored and Congress meets. "
The foregoing is taken from letter
printed by Secretary Of the Navy Long
in regard to the policy Of the administra-
ton In the Philippines. Isn't this just
about what Great Britain said to the
American colonies in 1882 This seems
10 be the first positive declaration that
the Filipiuos are to be made citizens,
the Philippines territories and uiti'
masely States, Is Rome, with its Eastern
and Western empire, neither . lesson
NOR warming
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
From the Philippines.

A accommodating party from Gen.
Lawton's army found the Filipinos In
trenched at San Ildefonso, Luzon, on
Tuesday, and a fight resulted. MAJ;
Diggles was wounded and the small
American force withdrew. Gen. Law
ton has established at BaleDaga mu'
nicipal government. controlled by ma
tives Thousands Of Filipino refugees
are being fed from the American com
missaries.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
PilIpinos Surprised the Americans

The Filipinos surprised the U. S.
forces at San Fernando with daring
trick on Sunday last A railway train
with ali engine at each end was run al
most to the American outposts aud in
plain sight of the town. Before they
could be reached gang Of natives
sprang off the train, tore up several
lengths Of the railway track, boarded
the train again and steamed away 80
quickly that there was no opportunity
to capture the raiders.
The Nebraska regiment is asking for
a temporary relief from duty. Only
$40 men Of this regiment are left at the
front
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
STAFFORD

To The Voters Of STAFFORD County,:
Thanking you for your generous sup
port in the past, and soliciting con-
tinuance of the same, / hereby announce
myself candidate for reelection to the
office of Clerk of Courts. Should it be
your pleasure to re-elect me promise
a faithful and efficient discharge OF all
the duties of the position.
ap22. I'd O. A. Bryan.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Working Night And Day

The busiest and mightiest little thing
that ever was made il DIR. Kings New
Life Pills Every pill il sugar coated
gl)bule Of health that changes weakness
INTO strength. listlessness into energy
brain-f fay into mental power. They re
wonderful in building up the health.
Only 2jc per box. Sold by NJ. NJ.
| nu.ia
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Red Hot From The Gun

Was the ball that hit G. B Steadman
of Newark, Mich. in the OWL War.
1t caused horrible Ulcers that no treat
ment helped for 20 years Then Buck
lens Arnica Salve cured him. Cures
Outs Bruises, Burns. Boils Felons, Oorns
Skin Eruptions Best Pile cure on
earth. % cts. box. Cure guaranteed
Sold by M NJ. Lewis, Druggist.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
apl1.td

hereby announce myself a candidate
for Commonwealth Attorney 81 Stat
ford county. and respectfully solicit the
support Of all my friends. II elected l
will discharge the duties Of the office
impartially and TO the best OF my
ability. u. Is. Wallace
an2h.th
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

The interview published elsewhere
tells all too plainly how apprehensive
Senator Daniel is lest the democracy
in Virginia are about to split in twain.
On this subject the Alexandria Gazette
says;
1t is understood that the anti-Mar-
tinites have another stone in their sling
besides the one they will throw at Sena-
tor Martin, and that in the event OF
their achieving success they will avail
themselves of their next opportunity,
to cast IL at Senator Daniel
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Hanna and Croker.

Senator Hanna Is the largest owner
of stock in the new American Ship
building Company. representing the
consolidated shipyards Of the Great
Lakes.
The General Carriage Company, with
$50 900. 600 capital. was incorporated at
Trenton. n. j., last week. The com
pany is reputed to be backed by Richard
Croker, Of New York. and his partners.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

"Reconcentrado. paper published
at Havana, Cuba, warns the Americans
that the Cubans will not stand their
rule. 1t says the Americans are for
getting the role they are playing, and
maintaining themselves there by force
of arms. Cuba, the paper declares,
fought Spain for fifty years and will
do the same with North America
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
c. w. JONES.
CHEAP CASH STORE.

past No man ever had truer friends.
| respectfully ask your support In the
coming election, promising if returned
% the Treasurer Office 10 lend all OF
my efforts to make you faithful pnb-
lie servant, realizing when | have done
this / have only done my duty.
Very respectfully,
my2-td q. 1. smith.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Candidates Card.
SPOTSYLXANIA

10 me Voters ~ Courildud Dttrid. SpoisW-
rama County
Yielding 10 the solicitation Of many
friends hereby announce myself a can
didate for Supervisor and ask your sup
port at the approaching election II
you honor me with the office promise
faithful efficient and satisfactory dis
charge of the duties Of the same.
Very respectfully,
myl I'd George W. Palmer
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
apl2.td.

To the Fot ers of Caroline Co.
Thanking you for your highly APP
preciated support in the past, l hereby
announce myself candidate for re-
election to the office Of Commissioner
Of the Revenue in district No. 2.
Should you again favor me with the
office, | promise the same faithful ard
efficient discharge of the duties as In
the past.
Very respectfully yours,
Il. II. Blanton
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

IL the Voters of SpotsUlrdnid County:
announce myself a candidate for re-
election for Sheriff Of Spotsylvania
county. Thanking you kindly for your
past suffrage. respectfully ask your
support in the approaching election.
May 25th, 1892 promising, If elected,
to discharge the duties of the office TO
the best of my ability in the future, rs
| have endeavored TO do in the past.
apll-td L. A. harris
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

To the Voters nf tdFnitW county
Highly approaching your support IN
the past. Iannounce myself candidate
for reelection 70 the Office or SherIn
Should you again honor me with the
Office | shall endeavor as heretofore 70
perform the duties Of the position faith
fully, honestly and impartlally.
Very respectfully,
myll-td l. Is. GlIi-
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

A committee has reported in favor Of
meat inspection bill that is severe on
American products.
Rev. William Nj. Dame, d. D., of
Baltimore, will deliver the memorial
address on Confederate Decoration Day
at Leesburg, May %. on invitation Of
the Daughters Of the Oonfederacy. DIR.
Dame served in the ranks during the
whole war as member Of the Rich
mond Howltzers.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

10 the voters ~ SpotsUirdnid:
respectfully announce myself can
didate for reelection 10 the office Of
Treasurer. | am very grateful 10 my
friends for the generous support OF the
past, and earnestly solicit their support
at the approaching elec,ion-May 10Th
1893
W G. billiard.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

The Free Lance calls on President
Henry Williams to name his new boat
a description Of which is given else
where. THE Fredericksburg -
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
7. b. Gill.

| hereby announce myself candi-
date for Commissioner of the Revenue
in District No. and solicit your sup
port at the approaching election. May
%. Should yO1 elect me | promise a
faithful, honest and satisfactory dis
charge Of all the duties Of the office.
Very truly yours.
myll-td H. j. heal
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
nla4.td

IL the Voi,r. ~ CUoliu, county
Thanking you for your highly APP
preciated support in the past. hereby
announce myself a candidate for re-
election to the Office OF Commissioner OF
the Revenue in District No. /. Should
you again favor me with the once
promise the same faithful and efficient
discharge Of the duties as in the past
Very respectfully yours.
myll.td Robert .. Ura'a'''
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

Pulitzer, publisher OF the N. a.
World. says she is confident Bryan win
be the Democratic nominee next year,
and will be elected provided he drops
free silver.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
To tile Voters Of stafford !:

hereby announce myself candl,
date for Clerk of Stafford County and
Circuit Courts. | earnestly ask the
support of all my friends, promising. II
elected, to discharge the duties OF the
office faithfully and impsrtially.
James Ashby.
apl1f nj
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Weather forecast for FTed-
ericksbuT0 and uiciRitQ.
Possible SHoperS THUrSd0Y'
Stationary Temperature.

Ii is said that out Of one regiment Of
Illinois negro troops, just mustered out
200 have filed applications for pensions.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
J. Head.

To the Voters of Caroline County;
respectfully announce myself can:
didate for reelection 10 the office OF
Clerk Of the County Court OF your coun-
ty, and ask your support. Ihave served
your six years, and | trust, so satisfac-
torily. as to merit a reelection to this
office.
Respectfully,
II +. X. Coghill.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
snain's New Minister.

The State Department has been in
formed that the Duke of ARGOS Will pre-
sent his credentia ais as minister OF Spain
early in June, and that Mr.. Beliamy
Storer will te received by the queen
regent of Spain the same time.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
LEADERS OF THE LOST CAUSE
DEDICATION EXERCISES.

The great Auditorium erected es-
pecially for this occasion was dedicated
Tuesday. Its seating capacity of 1000
was taxed to hold the crowd A choir
and orchestra furnished the musical
portion of the exercises. and addresses
were made by Gen. Wade Hampton and
others The prayer was made by Rev.
Ellison Oapers, Bishop Of South Caro-
lima and Brigadier General in the
Confederate Army. Capt. Ooghlan.
with the Raleigh. was there.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

Alfred Vanderbilt, son Of Cornelius
Vanderbilt, is TO start on trip around
the world after graduating from Yale
next month
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Becoming Gown.

a woman cannot make herselfbeautful but she
can always makes herself charming, ifshe studies
all her good points and dresses accordingly TODD
this you have only to visit
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
T0the Voters of Caroline :

I am a candidate for Commissioner
of Revenue for District No. Of Caro-
line county at the election which takes
place on Thursday. May Goth, 1899, and
respectfully ask for your support, pledg-
ing myself if elected faithful dis
charge Of the duties Of the office.
Respectfully.
AMI I'd Il. o. Chandler.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

Fsll0W tfizss ~ Nppf-vlrnuid county
Not doubling that | can well dis
charge the duties Of county attorney for
the coming four years. | ask you 10
vote for me.
aplS-td j. II. Powell
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

IL ne Votsrs ~ C1rolWe County:
| most respectfully announce myself
AZ a candidate for the office Of County
Treasurer, and cordially invite your
support, promising If elected to carry
out the requirements Of the olil'e.
+. NJ Coleman.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

Prof. Worcester in his recent book
on the Filipinos, says:
"At Vespers in the evening there is
ALWAYS a pretty scene. An instant hush
comes over the busy village In each
home father. mother and children fall
on their knees before the image or
picture Of some saint and repeat their
PRAYERS. Their devOtiOns over, each
child kisses the hand of his father and
mother, at the same time wishing them
good evening He then makes an
obeisance TO each Of his brothers and
sisters as we'll as TO each guest who
happens 10 be present, repeating MS
pleasant salutatiOn with each funny
bow.
These are the people to whom the
United States is sending soldiers to
fight and paid Spain twenty millions
Of dollars for the privilege of fighting
The Wisconsin Legislature has made
it a crime for any person in the SER
vice of the State to accept pass from
"a lroad. 1t is punishable by term
in the penitentiary The Wisconsin
Legislature has also passed law which
prohibits marriage anywhere within
the limits Of that State until after five
DAYS notice Of such marriage has been
given.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

1t il said that Russia and England
have reached an agreement as to China
that will shut American commerce out
from China. This, however, is denied
by the administration.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

10 me IotcIs ~ SpOisUirdHid county
Fellow Citizens: With feelings Of
gratitude to you for the very generous
expression Of your continued confidence
and kindness III the past, 1 hereby AN
nounce myself candidate for the
position Of CLERK Of the Courts Of this
county and most respectfully ask your
support. Should IL be your pleasure to
recommit this trust To my hands, |
shall be very thankful to you; and
promise 10 use my best efforts to faith
fully and competently discharge the
duties Of the office
Very respectfully,
j. T.. II CrlsmOnd.
April 18th. 1899
Election May 18th, 1899.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

The Industrial Commission in session
a. Washington will today begin series
Of hearings on the question Of trusts.
Nine gentlemen will be heard, each
being assigned a day. in given order.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
Fredericksburg's Leading
Dry Goods House,

where you will find the latest in every article of
wearing apparel, together with such goods as are
necessary in ornamenting the home and decorating
the table, at such prices as will suit all purses and
tables.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
ap4td
Z. o. Chandler.
The Voters of Caroline :

To tie Voters of Caroline:
Bowling Green. Va.
March 28. 1899.
announce myself candidate for
re election to the office OF CLERK OF the
Circuit Court at the election to take
place on Thursday, the 25th day OF
May, 1899 l desire to return to my
fellow citizens sincere gratitude for the
generous support received in the past,
and solicit their support in the APP
preaching election, and. il elected, l
promise faithful, honest and Impair
tial discharge of the duties connected
with the office.
Respectfully,
Thomas W. Valentine.
mch30-wtd
To tile Voters of Caroline:
am a candidate for the office Of
Commissioner Of Revenue, District No.
1, in Caroline county at the election
May Goth, and will be grateful for your
vote and influence. l am now making
an active canvass of the county, and
will be glad to see all my friends.
Respectfully,
J. r. Broaddus.
Jan. II. 1899.
To the Voters of Caroline:
In announcing myself candidate
for the office of Commonwealth Al
torney, at the election to take place
on Thursday, May Goth, 1899, would
express my gratitude for the generous
support given me by your favor years
ago. II elected, promise you faith
full discharge Of the duties Of the Of
fee.
Respectfully.
j. II. DeJarnette,
mar. l6-td
To tile Voters of Caroline:
take this opportunity Of returning
to you my grateful thanks for the kind
snnnort Won have offan given me In the
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

10 me Totcrs Of LirmDston Dbitid. Spo'sW
rduid county.
At the solicitation Of many friends. |
have decided TO run for constable In this
district and hereby most respectfully
ask your support
j. W. Garner.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
For Commissioner Of Revenue.

FOR 90 m m osIoHCT OF TtNtHuC'
10 me Totors ~ SpotsUlrdpid.
thereby announce myself candidate
for the Office of Commissioner of Keye'
nue. for ST Georges district, IN your
county. at the election to be held May
%. 1899, and ask your support. If
elected | promise faithful discharge
Of the duties Of the Office.
Respectfully,
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11
The Charleston, s. O., Reunion

The reunion began in Charleston ,
South Carolina, yesterday. The piln-
cipal streets were handsomely decorated
with bunting, the red, white, and red
of the '.lost cause" and the Stars and
Stripes mingli5g fraternally; side by
side flutter Old Glory and ST Andrew 8
Cross, while the white palmetto OF
South Carolina cleaned everywhere
from its blue field.
LEADERS OF THE LOST CAUSE
Most of the distinguished exCon-
federate leaders were in the city, among
them Gems. Gordon, Communicating
chief, Stephen d. Lee. Wade Hampton
Clement A. Evans, Oabell, Gen. Joe
Wheeler and others.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1899-05-11

To tile Voters of Caroline:
l take this opportunity Of returning
to you my grateful thanks for the kind
support you have often given me In the