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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
THE BABIES WILL BE FED.
Story of Distress That Moved the
Commissioner of the Land Office.

AS Chief Clerk Metzger of the general
land Office was finishing his luncheon the
other day in his private office a woman
alkeu in unannounced and seated herself
at his right. She was almost an appari-
ton, so gaunt and hungry, with eyes that
sparkled with unusual brightness behind
dark circles. Her small, delicate mouth
vas firmly set and her thin fingers clutched
a faded umbrella. There was abject poverty
depicted in every garment and the thin
black material chung in folds about an
emaciated figure.
The chief clerk wheeled his chair and
faced his strange visitor. Without waiting
for an invitation to speak the woman COM
menced in a determined voice.
Il am in search of work and I must
have something to do For three days my
little ones have been without food, and this
morning the landlord turned me out of
doors. I have been to every department
and could get no work. Now, ! must have
bread. This government must give me
CT ance to help my little ones l am a
seamstress and have been able to make
living. For over a month L have been work.
ing for the family of q member of Con-
gress. but they have gone away for the
summer and left my bill unpaid When I
applied to the housekeeper I was turned
away. For Gods sake, help mel
The chief clerk was called to the door
at that moment. AS he was leaving he
glanced in the mirror over the washstand
and there saw reflected the woman cram
ming into her mouth the remains of a bis
cult he had left. She did not seem to chew
the food, but gulped it down as a ravenous
dog.
This was convincing proof that the wo-
man was hungry.
Mr.. Metzger told the story to Commits
sioner Hermann, and the latter, with his
big. sympathetic heart, ordered the woman
to be Immediately employed If there was
a vacancy. One was made. at any rate, and
now the woman is showing her gratitude
by loyal service.
The news of her employment was too
great surprise and she swooned when her
good luck was recounted. Thank God"
she muttered, "the babies will not die"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14

G. Moseley. Richmond, Va: J. p. Carlin.
New York; H. s. Carr. Philadelphia.
Ebbitt-Jas. Genthban. Chicago; ]. r.
Alexander Little Rock. Ark: V. Warner.
Clinton. Ill.,; c. II. Mann. Philadelphia: N.
w. ]. Warren, New York
Johnson-E. ]. De Raismes, New York !:
@. w. Little. Atlanta. Ca; NJ 3. Smith.
Richmond, Va; J. p. Irish. Oakland. Cal.
Metropolitan-C. A. Drake, Cincinnati;
Jno. Monson. Cleveland; A B. Saunders.
Richmond. Va: H. b. Dixie. Minneapolis. /:
A L. Jackson. Fort Worth. Tex
National-W. G. Robertson. Chicago; w.
w. Hill. St. Louis: F. Bender. Philadel-
phia; f. b. Martin. Indianapolis; VIM. Nc
Farland. Boston; w. A. Paul. Lewiston.
Me-
Normandie-W. S. Graves. Orange. Tex.
j. c. Anderson. Chicago; w. H. Green,
Long Branch: J. e. Hertz, Galveston. Tex.
RaIegh-R. F. Patterson, Richmond, Va;
}. p. Mccarthy. Boston; A. c. Howes. Chi
cago; j. N Hawkins. Lexington, Ky.
Regent. Il. Braun, New York; VIM.
Watt. Chicago; j. p. Nicholas. Virginia;
c. O. Davis, Galveston. Tex.
Riggs-T. S. Martin, Virginia: T. +. Good
rich. New York
Shoreham-D. X. Vail, New York; w. l..
Hlrst. Philadelphia.
Wellington-Geo. Arnold. ST. Louis. II. L.
Dunno. Boston; A. ]. Raycer. Cincinnati.
Wtllard-J. r. Holmes, England: H. A.
Mckee, Chicago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14

Gen. Ewing. and among the few clerks
there employed was young man from the
west, who was assigned to the appointment
desk, and through his hands the applica-
tons passed Mr.. Lincoln had for his rival
Mr.. Justin Butterfield, who carried off the
prize. The appointment clerk had an apart
ment in his desk for each of the principals.
and one for the other candidates. l can see
MI Lincoln now as he came every few
days with Endorsements, pleasantly re-
marking, Good morning, young gentle
men for We were all young. them. Here
are a few more of the same kind and. as
ne would cast an eye to his box he would
say: My pile continues to grow with a
look of satisfaction.
In the course of few weeks the papers
were called for, bundled up and sent to the
PRESIDENTIAL of Them 1t was supposed
and acting on those before him, Gen. Tay-
Tor selected Mr.. Butterfield for the position
1t had been the belief Of some In the office
that Mr.. Lincoln would have received the
nomination. for he had many influential
Endorsements. and his failure caused some
quiet comment.
Mr.. Lincoln was somewhat disappointed
at the turn" said the odd clerk. Gin q day
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
PAVED WAY TO WHITE HOUSE.
brnham Lincoin's Defeat for Minor
Position Years Ago.

Il have doubts If Mr.. Lincoln would have
ever been President of the United States"
remarked an old clerk, IF he had been
fairly treated half a century ago last
March Mr.. Lincoln had been a delegate
10 the convention which nominated Gen.
Taylor for the presidency, and warmly sup
ported the ticket. He was a representative
in Congress at the time, and his term as
such expired in March, 1919. When the
new administration came in, Mr.. Lincoln
became candidate for the commissioner
ship of the land office, and doubtless would
have received the appointment had it not
been for the dishonest means used by a
clerk against him. And had he become
commissioner, l am certain he would not
have received the nomination for the presi-
dency.
: Il do not think the story has been told
before" continued the veteran. THE home
department HAD just been organized by
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14

or two he called on Secretary Ewing, and
inquiring as to certain of his Endorsements,
learned that they had not been seen by the
secretary, and had not been sent to the
PRESIDENT. The Secretary had the matter
investigated, and it was found that the pa
pers In question had not been forwarded
WIN the others. The commission of Mr.
Bufterfield having been made out. it was
tnen too late to recall the action. I believe
that the Secretary was of the same opinion
as were many of the clerks, that the young
man Intentionally retained the papers in
the interest of Mr.. Butterfield He was,
however. let off with a severe reprimand-
richly deserved for negligence, at least
and 1t was not many months before he left
the service.
AS have stated before" continued the
veteran, Il am quite sure that had Mr.,
Lincoln succeeded then, he would not have
been President. The honest administration
of the land once he would have undoubt-
edly given would have made him enemies
enough to block the road to the White
House.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
CONDENSED LOCALS.

The hearing of the charge of fast driving
last evening against George F. Elan was
today continued in the Police Court until
Wednesday.
Charles Myers, who was charged with
cruelty to a horse, today asked for jury
trial, and was held by Judge Taylor in 500
bond for his appearance when again want
ed in court.
Robert Johnson, colored, of o street alley,
was today charged before Judge Taylor
with playing crap yesterday. On account
Of extenuating circumstances, Johnson's
personal bonds were taken.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Marriage Licenses.

Marriage licenses have been issued to the
following:
White-Charles r. Allen and Annie Thorn
as Latham; Freeman Powell of Fort Myer.
Va, and Helen Yates of New York city; S.
Edward Redfern and Marie Holcombe
Moore
Colored-Charles McCauley and Matte
Brogdon
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Mrs. Keough,s Funeral.

The funeral Of Mrs. James Keough took
place from st. Stephens Church, 18th
street and Pennsylvania avenue, Saturday
NOR ming at o'clock. Rev. Father
Caughey offlciated, and paid a fitting trfb-
ute to the memory Of deceased. The pail
bearers were Jno. O. Donnell, Patrick
Cleary, Jno. Craven, P. 7. Moran, Daniel
Scanlan and d. 8. Sheahan.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Benefit of Bell Home.

The description of and urgent appeal for
the Bell Home at Colonial Beach. which
appeared in The Star short time since,
attracted the attention of some Of the sum-
mer residents at the Beach, with the re-
suit that they have undertaken to give a
lawn fete Wednesday evening for the
benefit Of the home They solicit dona-
items, which they desire shall be sent to
Colonial Beach in time to arrive there not
later than Wednesday morning next Ice
cream. cake, candy, peanuts. fruits and
other suitable articles are desired.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14

William Jones, colored, was today fined
$40 by Judge Taylor for fast driving on II
street northeast yesterday. Officer Will
liams, who made the arrest. said that part
Of the time Jones was travelling at the rate
of thirty miles an hour. In default of pay
n,ent Jones went down for thirty days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Will Deliver Coronation Address.

Mr. Wilton J. Lambert of this city will
deliver the coronation address at the tour
nament to be held at Forest Glen Thurs
day next The remarks of encourag cement
to the knights will be made by Mr.. H.
Maurice Talbot The affair promises to be.
of more than usual interest. 1t will be
given under the auspices of Carroll Chapel,
and mammoth attendance Is expected.
Bicycle races and other features are in
cluded in the program.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Some Information About sila.,

some Information About Stlas.
From Puck.
Traveler-"I'm looking for one Silas Scrog-
gins"
Storekeeper-"One Silas Scroggins? That's
all there is. stranger-only one He lives up
the road: an when you meet the pesky old
onew
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Demands Jury Trial.

Alice Hall, colored. of Howardtown, was
today charged before Judge Taylor with
keeping an unlicensed bar. She asked for
a jury trial, and was held In $5OO pail for
her appearance when wanted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Property Recovered by Police.

Members of the police recovered lost.
stolen and abandoned property last week
valued at about $3.50. Ten bicycles, num-
Der of pieces of jewelry, a pony, about $50
In cash, two tents, two revolvers and other
articles We're included in the list.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
MARRIED,

RElD-SoPER. On Wednesday, August o. 1899
in st. Matthews Episcopal Chapel NJ and Half
streets southeast. by the Rev. John NJ T. Me-
kee, JAMES WILLIAM REID. Z. 5. NJ and
ESTHER MARGRETTA SOPER.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14

From the Chicago News.
Ward-'Have cigar, old mann"
Block-"Thanks."
Ward "a few minutes later)-"How do you
like it?'
Block-'Fsne. Who gave 1t to your.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
omcer. to Answer Charges.

Policemen E. F. McCort of the eighth pre-
c:nctzand Albert w. Steventon of the sixth
have been summoned to appear tomorrow
before Acting Trial Officer A Leftwich Sim
clair, each to answer the accusation of hav-
ing been guilty Of conduct unbecoming an
officer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Pay. IS for Profanity.

Warren T. Ketcham. who was charged
by Officer Robert L. Warning with cursing
him Saturday evening. was today fined IS
by Judge Taylor. The fine was paid.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
Hotel ArrtyaIa.

Arlington-E. A. Mason. Chicago; A z.
Lee, San Juan. p. R.; r. NJ. Toro. Ponce,
P. R.; W. Mitchell, London. Eng; s. C.
james. st. Louis
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14
It's Negative Virtue.

From the Boston Transcript.
Fuddy-'So you are very fond of golf. I
understand
Duddy-"Glorious game! In a company of
players you viii hardly ever hear any BIZ
cycle talk"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14

Hoeke's Clearance Sale has reckIessiy cut
Furniture and Carpets.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-08-14

PRATT on Friday, August IL, 1859, at the resi-
dence of her sister, Mrs. f. NJ. Nandenburgh,
HELEN s., widow of Geo. /. Pratt, formerly
OF Troy, \. Y.
Funeral her late residence. 634 Pickford place
northeast. at pm, Tuesday, August 10. In
terment private (Troy, y. T., papers please
copy.D
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06

FfIWfH EHtT7'
FELDEN, Va, Oct, 4, 800.
THOs. J. GARDEN,
Supt. Schools.

FELDEN, Va, Oct, 4, 80.
On Wednesday of last week Mr.. Jno.
r. Allen lost barn of very fine tobac-
co. No one knows how the fire origi-
mated.
Rev. James Murray preached a vel y
fine sermon at Lanes Chapel last Sun
day afternoon, taking for his subject
"rhe vine and its branches He will
conduct a series Of meetings there next
week, beginning Sunday afternoon.
The "George Hudson Mission Band"
will hold its regular meeting at Mrs
John Aliens on Saturday evening at
73O o'clock.
Rev. w. T. Walker is spending this
week at Mrs. 5. j. Stokes.
Rev. Colin Stokes is expected home
on Thursday.
Mrs. Diggs, Of Richmond, who has
been the guest Of Mrs. William Digs,
of this neighborhood, for the past two
weeks leaves for her home Friday.
We are glad TO see that we will soon
have such good roads from Hampden-
Sidney to Farmville, perhaps We will
visit your town Oftener.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06
Packard Opera Company.

farmvile is to be treated to visi
rom one of the strongest opera com
b panles that is now appearing befor,
the public. The managers of the Opers
House have engaged for one night
Monday, October 10Th, The Dan Packard
opera Company. Further announce.
ment will be made in the next issue Of
the HERALD. Among other pleasant
Things said about this great organiza-
ton we take the following from the
Richmond Times.
The Dan Packard Opera Company
closes its engagement tonight. The
company has played in Richmond for
iour weeks, and it is greatly to their
credit that they have made so many
lends and have been so successful. A
stronger organization of its kind has
never visited Richmond, aud each
opera that they have given has been
performed in a manner that has de-
lighted every one.
"Ihe east Of the organization is a
splendid one, containing large num-
Der Of well known artists, each one of
acknowledged ability. Among those
VINO may be mentioned, and who have
made a host of friends i'm this city. are:
Miss Carlotta Gilman, the clever prima
donna of the company; Miss Josephine
kirkwOod and Miss Meta Beaudet
VI the male artists, Mr.. Gilbert Clayton /
mas taken first honors and proved him. |
self a clever aud artistic comedian. /
MounUoy Walker has also made host /
OF friends, and in every part he has
been seen in has given good account
Of himself. Mr. Warwick Ganor. the
celebrated baritone Of the organization.
Is one Of the best that has been heard
in this city for many years. Mr..
Charles n. Holmes, the accomplished
tenor Of the company, is an artist and
sings delightfully."-, and is also a good
actor Mr. Frank Ridsdale, Mr.. Chas.
Stout, Miss Jessie Highlands, in fact,
every member Of the company's cast is
an artist Of the first water, not forget
ling the clever musical director Mr.
Charles II. Huffman. The chorus Of
he company is good one, containing
lot Of attractive girls, and the
costumes are beautiful and their new
less is at once remarked.
1.-THE company has given great salts
action during its engagement, and our
heatre goers will surely extend them
hearty welcome should they return to
lur citY.u
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06

With tie last weeks issue the Farm
vile Herald entered upon its tenth
year. Brotlcr Hart, who is editor and
proprietor US that the paper has bad
"a hard struggle but that the editor was
able all the time to get "three square
meals each day, and that his digestion
has been perfect and that he has slept
on an average eight hours per day.
This being 50, we think Brother Hart
is to congratulated heartily. The HER.
AID is so excellent a paper that The
people of Farmville and vicinity are to
be congratulated upon their good luck
in having il amongst them.-Harrison-
J,rg Spirit Of the Vaiiey.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06

Miss Lena Davidson died al Bedford
City last Friday after long and PAIN
ful illness. She was the youngest Sis
ter Of Messrs. Jesse and Ewing David
son, both of whom were former WE'LL
known residents of this place, and She
was also a hall-sisler of our popular
fellow-townsman, Capt. j. 4. Martin
Miss Davidson spent several months
In this place last summer in the hope
Of receiving benefit, but the inward
march Of disease had 80 undermined
her constitution that her physicians
and loved ones knew she was rapidly
approaching the end She was a con.
slstent member of the Presbyterian
church, and being perfectly resigned
To the summons, she was accompanied
through the shadow with that sweet
aud perfect peace which only tine
righteous can enjoy.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06

Work at the Farmville Manufactur-
ing Co.'S has shut down for time
sufficient for repairs to some Of the
machinery. The increased business Of
the concern has rendered it necessary
that a new and large boiler be placed,
and until this is done the whistle of
this enterprising establishment will
not be heard.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06
The Teachers' Rally.

GARDENIA, VA, Oct. 3, 800.
The Teachers Rally" at Worsham,
on Saturday, the nth Of October, prom
ises to be an occasion Of interest and
pleasure. The Hon. Joseph W. South
all, State superintendent and others of
note, have accepted invitations to be
present Teachers and trustees should
not tail TO give counteuance TO what is
gotten up for their own good.
Papers will be read by well-known
teachers along certain lines aud dis
cussions will take place upon general
topics, calculated TO make the aims OF
teachers higher and to give them
nober sphere in life. The opportunity
thus afforded surely should not be lost
by unnecessary absence.
THOs. J. GARDEN,
Supt. Schools.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06

The frost Of last Sunday night was
a killer We presume, however, that
most of the tobacco Of this section had
been cut and housed, and yet not all
of it, Mr.. George Bradshaw, whose
farm is on the road leading to Sandy
River church and some eight miles
from Famviile, suffered heavily. We
saw him theneXt day in the field where
the ruin had been wrought, and we
did not that day, nor have we since
met with more cheerful man. Evil
IDENTIFY the frost didn't bite his temper.
That's splendid victory, though next
time he will cut earlier.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06

Miss Gertie Price, Of Buckingham
was ina town this week.
Mrs. Clarasy Calkins, of this county.
has been very sick, but is now con.
vaescent.
Wanted badly in Town-A good
tailor. One that eau cut and make up
and a sober man, can do well here
Miss Martha Womack and Miss
Minnie Garnett Of Cumberland, left
last week for Matthews county.
Mrs. Maggie Quigley has returned
from the mountains aud is visiting i'm
the family of Captain >. w. Paulett, at
Stanley Park.
Mr.. }. &. Johnson, who has been
preaching very acceptably to the New
Store and the Appomattox people,
during bis vacation, has returned to
Union Theological Seminary, Rich
mond
Charlotte Democrats have buried the
hatchet. Sensible thing to do. DR.. |
Prddy, recognized 10y the State Com
mittee as the regular" has no opposi-
ton now. His late opponent, Mr. II.
2. Rice, and 10y the way the Common
wealth knows no more worthy citizen,
has retired. He had much rather be
light than legislator.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06
nucI.lngham Notes.

SHEPPARDs, Va, Oct, 4, '99.
Editor Her0id:-Mr Geo. II Morris
and family have returned to Farmville
after having spent some weeks at the
Buckingham springs.
The 1.-TWO Georges" are still running
that same old for. George Morris hav-
ing gone Henry Smith comes in as bis
substitute. The odds are , to | that
they'll not catch the fox.
Mr.. Maben Jones has gone TO VIII
liam and Mary college for next session.
Mr. Geo. Gillispie, Jr., has gotten
his broom factory in running order
and is turning out an extra good quality
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06
Onening OF Fine Millinery.

1t seems as though fairy fingers must
have been at work among lace, cloth,
silk, the feathered tribe, and velvet, to
produce such wonderfully lovely crea-
tions as were on view at the opening Of
fine millinery at Mrs. 5 O. Holsten's
last Tuesday. No matter for what
function or occasion they were intend
ed, they possessed AN individual gra e
and beauty that reflected credit upon
the artist, Miss Thompson, who con-
ceiyed them.
Enclosed i'm cases and arranged artis-
tically upon the counters, the display
possessed a charm that could not fail
to make itself felt upon all who viewed
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06
COUNTY mir.

Some years ago Farmvile inaugura
ted an Agricultural and Mechanical
Fair that was born "A lusty infant, anC
gave promise Of rapid growth and de.
velopment. "Who struck Billy Pat
terson?' aud of what ailment did il
die? Or is it dead beyond hope of IT,
surrecti0n? We trust not. What say
the men Of enterprise and dash who
gave it being before ? They are with
us yet, aud are neither young nor in
active. We respectfully ask them to
put their shoulders To the wheel again
and then there must be a "go.u We
all remember those Fair days. Moth
ing like them before or since. We must
live them over again. What an ideal
place the Star Warehouse is for the in
door exhibits, and the race track can
be put in perfect order at slight cost.
On the general subject of such fairs,
the Baltimore Netos, of recent date, has
this to say, and no one has said it
better:
"Here is the advantage Of the county
fair as it should be conducted. Itgiyes
both men and women the stimulus of
rivalry, generally a perfectly good
natured rivalry. 1t creates, eventual
", healthy competition between diff
ierent communities. 1t serves as
sort of labor and produce market, so
that work it. brought to the hands
which need IT, The big Industrial eX-
hibits are all very well, but the smaller
fairs are better, because they reach,
directly, more people Moreover-and
this should not be forgotten-they i'm
crease the sum Of human happiness.
II some poor soul who can do nothing |
but make patchwork quilts wins the |
prize in that department, and is made |
happy for months by the proud con-
seriousness of being az the head Of her
class, that, after all, is not a small good,
IN this matter-of-fact world. If some
child tolls patiently at his garden
patch, studying farming methods with
AL his wits, m order that he, some day,
may be known a. the man who raises
he best fruit or the finest vegetables I'm
me county, that is fine thing. When
man who must spend his days in
manual labor feels that he has nothing
% work for, that his life is mere
irudgery and blind struggle in the
treat chaos Of interests and forces, he
S apt to grow Disconnected nationally
n irrationally and TO develop into a
more or less dangerous factor in the
'ody polite. 1t takes "A strong man to
work without reward aud keep himself
ane.n
lie 3 have the Fair. "All work and
10 play makes Jack a dull boy.p
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-10-06
Fresh Lot LOwney'S Candy.
ANDERSON DRUG Co
The League Lecture Course.

The Epworth League Lecture Course
will begin in Farmville tonight with
Rev. W. G.. Starr, d. d., president Of
Randolph Macon college, ON the plat
form. DR.. Starr will deliver one Of his
famous lectures. His reputation as a
humorous lecturer is widely establish
ed, aud no one should miss the oppor-
tunity of hearing him.
The people of Farmville are to be
congratulated on having this lecture
course inaugurated here. There will
be a series Of eight lectures, each by
different lecturer, all, however, by the
best known orators of the country.