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The Press., 1899-12-21

The squire seemed to swell. to stand
an inch taller. He could heaH above
the labored painting of the two horses
which drew the buggy the noise of 9TH
er horses coming as furfously. cries and
curses. too, and the crack Of rife,
the sharp report heralded by a lurid
glallxang glare. Steadying himself on
Tom Turner'S shoulder. he said in his
loudest, most official voice to the pair
hidden in the buggy's cavernous re-
cess:
"Do you and each of you solemnly
agree and covenant before Almighty
God and these witnesses to take and
keep each other for better or for
worse?"
1--WE do" came in smothered tones
from the clipping pair.
'sThen, by virtue of the authority in
me vested. pronounce you man and
wifev' the squire shouted, making a
dart at the buggy and finging back
the robe. Come in, come in, you
young people," he said. "Leave me to
talk to the old man."
"You'll have to. pa. It's you he's
mostly mad with" Tennessee said.
springing out and handing down his
bride. tall, pretty girl. mud splashed,
disheveled and smiling through her
tears.
The squire, after one long, gasping
stare. was fully himself "It Is my
custom and privilege to-ahem!kiss
the bride in such cases. he said press
Ing his lips to her forehead; then to
his son. "Take her inside. young man.
don't forget you won the farm in
winnin her."
mo, you don't take her inside" some
one cried from ten yards down the
drive a second after. Old Man Milan
had flung himself off his horse and
was trying to lay hands upon his
daughter.
Squire Jordan stepped in front Of the
angry man. Il reckon our old grudge
Is settled for u.s. Henry" he said. hold
ing out his hand. Say. amt you
ridin tonight some Of that same old
skewbald stock?"
Old Man Milan nodded. He could
not trust himself to speak.
"And it was beat in this runaway
race by my same Rlackhawk blood
| oughter a known that was Ten,
nessee's span." the squire went on
1udicially; then. with a whimsical
chuckle, "Henry. don't it strike you
we've been couple Of fools%'
ut does look sorter that way" Old
Man Milan said. and then and there
the pair shook hands. and feud ended
The Press., 1899-12-21

STORY OF A SLAvE.-To be bound hand
and foot for years by the chains of disease
Is the worst form of slavery. George D..
Williams, Of Manchester, Mich, tells
how such a slave was made free. He
says: my wife has been SO helpless for
five years that she could not turn over in
bed alone. After using two bottles of
Electric Bitters, she Is wonderfully i'm
proved and able to do her own work. -
This supreme remedy for female diseases
quickly cures nervousness, sleeplessness,
melancholy, headache, fainting and dizzy
spells. This miracle working medicine Is
a godsend to weak, sickly, rundown peo-
pie. Every bottle guaranteed. Only Soc.
Sold by A. G. Eaton, Druggist.
The Press., 1899-12-21
Your Nerves win Kill You

II you neglect them. The moment your
nervous system becomes impaired, you
vital organs fail to perform their func
tions properly and dangerous diseases fol
low. Cleveland's Celery Compound Tes
Is an immediate and permanent cure fol
nervous prostration, nervous exhaustion
constipation, indigestion, headache, anG
all diseases of the blood, stomach, live
and kidneys. We will give you a tria
package free. Large packages, % cents
w. D. Head, druggist.
The Press., 1899-12-21
There Il q Clsss of People

Who are injured by the use of cofree. Recently
there has been placed in all the grocery stores a
new preparation called GRAIN-O, made OF pure
grains, that takes the place Of conee. The most
delicate stomach receives it without distress,
and but few can tell 1t from coffee. It does not
cost over II as much. Children may drink IL
with great benent.t 10 ctG. and % Cts. per pack.
aRe. Try e. AGk tor GRAIN-0.
The Press., 1899-12-21

Wanted-Several bright and honest per-
sons to represent US as managers in this
and close by counties. Salary 5000 a
year and expenses. Straight, bona-f1de,
no more, no less salary. Position per-
manent. Our references, any bank in any
town. 1t is mainly Office work, conducted
at home. Reference. Enclose self-ad-
dressed stamped envelope. The Domin-
ion Company, Dept. G, Chicago.
The Press., 1899-12-21
Full Price For The Empty Bottles.

If Cleveland's Lung Healer doesn't cure
your cough, return the empty bottle and
get all your money back. BUTT will cure
you. 1t never falls. 1t has cured thou
sands Of cases which other remedies failed
to relieve In the slightest. Don't wait
until the persistent cold or distressing
cough develops into fatal consumption.
We will give you a trial bottle OF this
wonderful remedy free. Large bottle, 90
cents. w. d. Head, Druggist.
The Press., 1899-12-21

BIsMARcK's IRON NERVE was the result
of his splendid health. Indomitable will
and tremendous energy are not found
where Stomach, Liver, Kidneys and Bow
els are out of order. II you want these
qualities and the success they bring, use
DIR. Kings New Life Pills. They develop
every power of brain and body. Only 25c.
Sold by A. G. Eaton. Druggist
The Press., 1899-12-21

II is nonsense TO say wealth doesn't
bring true happiness when a fortune
teller can be hired for 81 to predict any
girls marriage.-Detroit Journal
The Press., 1899-12-21

PREVENTED TRAaEDY.-Timely in.
formation given Mrs. George Long OF
Straitsville, Ohio, prevented dreadful
tragedy and saved two lives. A frightful
cough had long kept her awake every
night. She had tried many remedies and
doctors, but steadily grew worse until
urged to try DIR. Kings New Discovery.
One bottle wholly cured her, and she
writes this marvellous medicine also
cured Mr.. Long OF a severe attack OF
Pneumonia. Such cures are positive
proof of the matchless merit of this grand
remedy for curing all throat. chest and
lung troubles. Only SOC and 81. Every
bottle guaranteed. 6
Trial bottles free at A. G. Eaton's Drug
Store.
The Press., 1899-12-21
He EOund II.

"Did you ever know your husband to
find anything where you told him to
look for it"' said Mrs. Dimpleton to
Mrs. Witherby.
"Never but once" said Mrs. Wither-
by. But don't consider 1t was fair
trial"
"Oh, do tell me-"
II told him to look in one Of my pock-
cts in my wardrobe for smelling bot
tie that as wrapped up in a 500 bill
papa had given me for my birthday,
and he found it in three minutes."-
rAfc
The Press., 1899-12-21

IT SAVED HIS LEa.-P. A. Danforth, of
LaGrange, Ga, suffered intensely for six
months with frightful running sore on
his leg, but writes that Bucklen's Arnica
Salve wholly cured it in ten days. For
Ulcers, Wounds, Burns, Boils, Pain or
Piles its the best salve in the world.
Cure guaranteed. Only csc. 6
Sold by A. e. Eaton. Druggist.
The Press., 1899-12-21

Professor Nussbaum of Hanover has
discovered that the plastering in the
walls seriously affects the acoustic
properties of room. Any admixture
Of sand with the plaster spoils the
reverbation of musical tones. The best
results are obtained by using pure
gypsum that has been heated to a
white heat
The Press., 1899-12-21

HE cinch play.
ers in the back
room of the store
looked up from
their hands as
Squire ] ord a n
came in. No 9TH
er resident of
Tiger Tail could
have distracted
them to that de-
gree. Tiger Tail
is Tennessee ter
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27

The association is fortunate in hav-
ing such a strong delegation to repre-
sent it at the International Convention
now in session in Grand Rapids. Mich
General Secretary ii. a. Meacham.
Treasurer w. II. Barnard and Direct
ors 6. Benson Ferebec and J. l.. Bunt-
ing Will see that the Norfolk work is
presented, and no doubt will return
home at the close of the convention
with many and helpful ideas gathered
from conferences and interviews with
representations of the large and wide
awake associations in other cities.
On next Sunday. at 3:i5 p. m, in AS
ISOLATION Hall, Rev. ]. +. Shenk, pastor
OF the First Lutheran Church, will de-
liver special address TO men.
Tie hssOciatf0n orchestra Will play
and the Red. White and Blue choirs of
the Boys Gospel Army will take part
in the opening song service.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
NORFOLK ART LEAGUE.
A DELIGHTFUL TALK BY MIR.
ROBERT NJ. HUGHES.

MIR. Robert NJ. Hughes delivered be
fore the ladies of the Norfolk Art
League (for the Art League member
ship is practically n feminine one) YES
terday afternoon another of his popu-
iar talks on art subjects, his special
thought. developed on this occasion be-
ing entitled "a Half Hour With the
English Comic Illustrators" In these
talks Mr.. hughes is, as he Is in his
presentation of facts and arguments in
q law case. distinct in speech, unusual
~ clear In thought, using only pure
Ehsilsh and conversational in style He
occasionally retails Il bon mot or quotes
authority applicable to the subject and
the moment. In addition to this he has
a fund of dry humor that adds n charm
10 MS talks. The league rooms We're
1illed with ladies yesterday afternoon nj
3;3O O'Clock TO hear him.
Mr. Hughes took blu: the half hour
MS subject called for In discussing n.
put the charming anecdotes, illustra-
tons and emergencies from the text
gave his hearers full three quarters of
an hour of enjoyment.
raging II just tribute to the art of the
illustrator of the miSSaI and the scrolls
OF parchment records. Mr.. Hughes nut
the true art of Illustration as beginning
win the discovery of printing and its
N'OP''iSht LUZ iildHN years as COLL
cident with the growth of the typo
graphers skill. and sketching the evo
luton of the humorist from the teach
or by parable and parody: the critic
anu satlrist the delineato of the foible:,
ana Grossness of peoples to the present
tine. showed by apt citation in how
lar the caricafurisi. cartoonist and
purely humorous artist had kept stride
with the evolution of the languages and
IN what and where they failed. claim
ing that tho so-called illustrated news
paper was a generator of decadence in
true artistic taste and menace to the
public in its tendency to form inartistic
ideas in the young.
lie skctched briefly the lives of the
earlier and more prominent later hui
morris Of England and paid loving trib
ute to the genial humor of Lamb and
Ihackeray. the genius of Dickens and
Cruikshank, and to TOM Hoods keen
and biting wit. His talk was reple,e
with good things and was enjoyed to
the full and was followed by ices and
cake, and pleasant half-hour of chat.
The painting, which was to have been
ratfled had been received too late for
that occurrence, and will go over to tho
next meeting.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
N0ys' Gospel Army.

a grand social was given yesterday
afternoon by the officers of Company
"B." 10 the privatcs of their company
and 10 the officers of Company "a" and
c." The first part of the social con-
sisted of games of various kinds, which
were much enjoyed by all. after which
all partook of the delightful refresh
ments which had been prepared. Ice
cream, strawberries and cake were
served in the greatest abundance The
social continued about three hours, and
every one of the nfty-two boys noted
it the best yet given.
The final arrangements have been
made for the grand street parade and
trip to Portsmouth this afternoon.
Companies ~" 'B" and &c" will be in
charge OF their respective officers. a
large delegation is expected to go. The
trip is free to boys who are on time.
Meet ut the Young Mems Christian AS
ISOLATION at 2 O'Clock this afternoon
promptly. The Army will return to
Norfolk about $50. The entire party
will be under. the personal care OF the
association officers Of Norfolk and
EOIlSuQutu, Z
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
THE FILTER PLANT.
CITY WILL GET FILTERED WATER
BY LATTER JULY

Mr. II. L. Smith. superintendent of
the Water Department, and City Engi-
neer Brooke made visit to the water
works on yesterday afternoon TO in
spect the work there on the new filter
as thus far. progressed. The New York
Filter Manufacturing people have been
engaged in putting in the filter plant
for several weeks. and it is expected it
VIII be ready to put in operation by the
middle or latter part OF July. The
tanks on one side of the building are
up. and 1t will be in shape to make n
test OF it's efficiency within two or
three weeks.
The city. however, will not get the
benefit of the filtered water before the
latter part of July.
The Degnon Mclean Dredging Co.
arc getting along extremely we'll with
their enormous contract. The dams
across the two branches OF Little Creek
are both about completed and the two
canals will he dug by July 1st.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
FREIGHT RATES
Norfolk Lumbermen Know Nothing
of Alleged Discrimination.
Against Wilmington, n. C.-BIcnr-
Ing OF Argument, on July
IO,h.

a Geographic dispatch from Wash
ington. ID. c.. published in the Virgin
ian-Pilot yesterday morning, noted the
beginning OF proceedings before the
Interstate Commerce Commission to
hear claims Jof alleged discrimination in
lumber freight rates. favoring the port
of Norfolk. as against the port of Will
mington, n. c.
The allegation is made by the Hilton
Lumber Company, OF Wilmington, COM
plainant and among the companies in
VOWED inNthe charge are the Southern
Railway, Seaboard Air Line, Pennsyl-
vania and other lines that enter New
England.
The complaining company alleges
that these roads grant more favorable
FOLK 10 Boston and other Northern
points. than they do relatively from
Wilmington to said points.
AS stated, the hearing of the COM
r!aint made by the Wilmington, n. c..
Tariff Association against various
Western roads. that they discriminate
in favor of Norfolk on freights from the
West. has been concluded and oral ar
Gumonts in the matter Will be heard on
July, 10th.
SO far as could be learned yesterday.
there seems to be no knowledge in Nor
FOLK of any such discrimination as is
aleSedQn these complaints.
When interviewed on the subject Cap
tain John l.. Roper. president of the
North Carolina Pine Association. stated
that he did not know of any discrinIt-
nation in lumber freights in favor of
Norfolk:: in fact, he had supposed that
Wilmington WAS slightly favored in
freight rates, especially in shipments
by water coming around Cape Hat
teraS.
Further inquiry of other officials of
the john Il. Roper Lumber Company
elected the information that they had
heard n week or so ago that discrimi-
nation of the nature now charged was
alleged. and information was sought of
them as TO freight rates at this point.
They also stated. as did Mr. Roper.
that they knew of no discriminate ton in
favor OF Norfolk and they also suppos-
cd that rates favored Wilmington il
any port.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
MY STERlOuS CASE.
INJURED MAN. BROUGHT TO ST.
VINCENT'S HOSPITAL, DIES.

A negro. whose name Is said to be
James Gunter aged about 81 years.
died at st. Vincent's hospital Thursday
night. from injuries sustained in some
way unknown to the hospital authori-
ties, police or City Coroner Newton
Gunter was brought to the hospital
about 0 o'clock Wednesday night in
a heavy wagon. He was lifted out by
n white man who was apparently under
the influence OF liquor, and conveyed
to the colored ward, where he died as
stated, from some internal injuries.
One of his arms was also broken.
Or. Payne attended the injured man.
who never rallied sufficiently TO give
any account of himself. Several ru-
mors are anoat. one to the effect that
an insurance man visited the hospital
Wednesday and made inquiry about
Gunter. and another that the white
man who brought him to the hospital
had said that two tons of earth caved
in upon him while working in the
Brambleton sewers several miles from
the city.
Inquiry at Brambleton, which by the
way is a part of the city. developed that
no one had been injured on the sewer
work. Coroner Newton made diligent
inquiry. and did not succeed IN gaining
any information that would lead to the
identity OF the dead man. or when,
where and how he was injured.
Gunter'e; body was removed to the
City Morgue yesterday. DR.. Newton
conducted the autopsy and found that
he had been crushed internally, and
that n hemorrhage supervened, from
which he died. He will hold an inquest
to-day.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
BUILDING LOTS SOLD.
N THE NORFOLK COMPANY'S
BEAUTIFUL ADDITION.

The extensive and thorough improve
ments made by the Norfolk Company
are attracting wide spread attention,
not only from the people of Norfolk
and vicinity. but visitors from abroad.
The consensus of opinion pronounces
this one of the most beautiful and de-
sirablc additions to our rapidly growing
city. Investors are buying freely.
Yesterday Messrs. Mottu e dewitt,
the company's general agents. sold
twenty-ninc lots in this attractive adj
dition to our West End.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
RcIierln Sig nuonrs.

Distressing Kidney and Bladder dis
ease relieved in six hours by New
Great South American Kidney Cure"
1t is n great surprise on account OF It's
exceeding promptness in relieving pain
in bladder. kidneys and back. in male
or female. Relieves retention of water
almost Immediately. II you want
quick relief and cure this is the rem
edy. Sold by Wake &. Martin. drug
gists. los Water street. Norfolk. Va.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
FLEET OF WELCOME
Will Leave Boston Wharf This
Morning at $40.
Tho RcI"n Mercedes win Re ne,iver-
cd Mt tho Norfolk Navy Yard
About II:1O n, M Cannon saluter
OH the water.

Last night Commodore Twohy COM
pleted arrangements for the marine pa
rade that will escort the Reina Mer-
cedes from Old Point Comfort to the
Norfolk navy yard.
His flagship will be his tug Katie,
and he will have in line his other tugs,
Pocahontas. Louise and Mamie. One of
these will tow n large lighter provided
by citizens of Portsmouth. They will
have a cannon aboard of her and fire
n series of salutes' as the Mercedes and
her convoy fleet steam up to the navy
yard.
Commodore Twohy and his fleet will
leave Boston wharf at $40 O'Clock
sharp this morning, and the run to Old
Point will take about one hour. At 10
n. m. the boat will be released from
quarantine and the trip back will Begin
the fotilla reaching the Norfolk navy
yard at about 1880 n. M.
1t is probable that several other
steamers will join the fleet. thus fur
nishng accommodation for large
number OF persons who desire to partic-
ipate in the welcome of the stranger
warship to a place in our naval equip
mcnt.
Doubtless the river fronts OF Nor
folk, Portsmouth and Berkeley will
swarm with people, eager to gaze on
the Relna Mercedes, as she passes up
the river to the navy yard. The de-
livery of the cruiser to the authorities
at the navy yard will probably be n
simple ceremony of n very informal ma
ture.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
t:rnnn s,axfcrnni.n.

Hon. r. It. w. Duke. Jr.. judge of the
County Court Of Albemarle county, and
Grand Master Mason of Virginia. re-
NAMED over and visited Norfolk Lodge,
No /, las; night. He delivered an ad-
dress, which is highly spoken of by
those whose good fortune it was TO hear
it. Judge Duke is fine speaker, an
enthusiastic Macon, and meets a warm
welcome from his brethren whenever
he visits them.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
a Shooting ATrnr,

William Holloway and Andrew
Banks. colored. were arrested yesterday
afternoon by Officers Childress and
Snowden, charged with shooting at
each other. The shooting occurred yes
terday afternoon just outside of the
city. Holloway is Shot through the
finger. They are being held for the
county.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
go Sure so Get the Gcnuino Murry &
l.nuninm,s EIoriHn .NnICc.

There are counterfeits. but If You will
hold leaf of the pamphlet, which is
around each bottle. up to the light, you
will see in faint letters. water marked
in the paper, the words "LANMAN &
KEMP. New York" and where you
cannot find this. you may be sure the
article is not genuine.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
McvivniMee,im=n nj Grace church.

Revival meetings have been held
nightly this week at Grace Baptist
Church and much interest has been
manifested. The preaching has been
by the pastor, Rev. A. T.. Owen, ID. D.,
and the outlook is favorable for q
gracious outpouring of the holy spirit
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27

1t is worth your while to look into
the merits OF The Gale Jewelry Com
pany's Diamond and Watch Clubs.
Ninth club now forming; no INSTALL
ment plan; but 81 a week.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27

The largest tailoring plant and the
largest and finest force of workmen-
that's why we make them better than
others RUDOLPH & WALLACE.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
LOST.

u, o ST.-LOST TUESDAY. A PACK
- ago of Pictures and one Letter, on
CRANKY street between Queen and Post
Office. Leave at this office: 81 reward. 1t'
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27

II ONT ROB PETER TO PAY PAUL.
~ but save money by getting your eata-
pies from WOOD, BECkliAM Il CO.
Main street. who Keeps Numsen's Yacht
Club Vinegar
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
SPECIAL NOTICES..

NJ OTHING SUCCEEDS LIKE Sue
~ cess. w. A. BONNEY & SONS.
Hute street, always succeed in pleasing
their patrons in groceries. Numscn's
Yacht Club Vinegar always on hand.
n LII ROADS LEAD no ROME, AND
"A most roads lead to j. Il. PErRIs Els.
4O2 ChurCh street. Fancy and Staple Gro
ceries. Numsen's Yacht Club Vinegar
always on tap.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

TTr ANTE IRRESPONSIBLE FIRM
w wants office manager at Norfolk;
salary 81 200 n year; 5000 cash and best
references required: commercial reference
furnished Address, Postofiice box 3l2.
Philadelphia. Pa. Ito
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27

IL oRTUNE'S ROAD IS PAVED WITH
Il economy. Economic in groceries by
purchasing from G. w. DEAL. Market
hand
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27

Saturday Specialize Orange, Nh;
Cake-home- made style, zoe. each.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27

TN HE PROPER AND ECONOMICAL
administration OF the household is
the prime duty of every housewife. Begin
by ordering your household supplies from
III. :. JARVIS, Highland ana Windsor
avenues. who carries Numsen's Yacht
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27
SWEET CHALYBEATE SPRINGS,
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, VA.

This entire property has been purchased
by Mr. CARTER BRAXTON HUNTER,
of West Virginia. who proposes making
the hotel and cottages throughout. The
management OF the hotel will be cont;n-
ned under Mr.. B. T.. EAKLE. who has
for tho past three years operated it so
;These Charming springs are situated In
lovely valley, ensconced in the back-
bone OF the Alleghanies. ut an elevation
Reeion' OF Virginia, and only nine miles
Alsshany sta5i nS 6b;o highest point
on tnG C amoiysis the best cholyhea Hs
water in THIS country: none better in the
world: elegant bath pools. Beef and NUT
ton supplied from tho :!nest bluegrass
sod Vegetables in abundance, grown in
The garden Of this noted property. Rates
moderate. For further particulars wrIto
y. Il. EAKLE. JR.,
ap4-4m Manager.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-05-27

Virginia Bakery. o72 Slain street.
Saturday specialize Orange. M.
Cake-home- made style. zoe. each.