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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
RED MIKE GAME
TO THE VERY LAST
He Fought Well But Gen. Wheeler
Knocked Him Out.
A NIGHT WITH FIGHTING COCKS,
About One Hundred Sporting Men
Attended the Main - Some Fine
Birds offered Up as a Sacrifice.
Money Waacd on Results.

There was another cocking-main in
Richmond last night. IL took place IN the
AIest-End. So carefully did those VINO
were invited guard the secret of the meet
ing place. the police of the Third district
knew nothing of the affair DR. Jud b..
Wood. the energetic president OF the So
ciety for the Prevention of Cruelty 10
Animals was in a drug store tdiNlns
with the clerk when some OF the gentle
men passed uptown on their way 10 Wit
ness the sport.
About one hundred sports paid their
money and went into an upper room that
had been prepared for the occasion. They
went singly or in pairs so as not 10 arouse
the suspicious of the police.
RED MIKE" WAS GAME.
According to those who have witnessed
many cock fights. the main last night was
"a success. Five lovely birds were offered
NO as a sacrifice. "Red Mike was a
"peach" of "a fighting cock. The crowd
went wild over him. Mike had bout
with "Blue Mink" IL was a most eNcit-
ing contest Mink was hard hshter'
but Mike" introduced a few new tao
tics and mink" bit the dust and died.
mike" was prime fav0rite. The aver
age man present thought he could Kill
AN the cocks that might be put i'm the
pit Money flowed freely. Big odds were
given on mike" Like John l. sullivan
this bird entered the ring once TOO often.
General Wheeler. a white-necked bra
was brought out against him. Very few
thought Wheeler would win. He worried
mike" greatly and finally landed on his
solar plexus. Poor Mike" turned mp his
his toes. but he died game ian,
FrTZ QUICKLY KNOCKED OUT
eagle Eve" was a bird Of fine form.
and after disposing Of General Wheeler
he stuck his spurs into Fitz Lee. Eagle
made quick work Of Ftiz. who was 100
large and awkward for the pit.
-Four birds were dead when the nghuns
ended. The remaining one was about a.
sicklv looking as what IS left or some OF
the once popular political issues.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

The Committee on Relief of the Poor
met at the city Almshouse last evening
at o'clock iu regular monthly session.
Those present We're Messrs COttreu
chairman, Gunst Hobson. Smith, Ieefey
and Williams.
The Superintendent of the Almshouse
submitted his report for the month OF
February 1890. which contained the fol-
lowing Information.
Number of inmates in almshousc Janu-
airy 81. 2i9. received during February
lO7; discharged. 40. died. 22 number re-
naming February Is. 20, increase over
last year of %.
Number OF patients i'm hospital January
3lst. y; received during February %,
discharged. 46. died. 4. number remain
ing February 18th, 81; increase over last
year Of II.
The payroll Of the department amount
Ing 20 $50 and bills amounting 90 $l.5-l.S,.
were approved and ordered 20 Doe paid.
The subcommittee ON contract for -four
submitted a detailed statement showing
the tests made OF the flour bid upon by
Messrs T.. O.. Younger. JAS. II. Vaughan
Il Co. Thomas Potts Company and h.
J. Williams Company
The steward reported that an of the
Hours made excellent bread and the
quality Of each could hardly Doe surpassed.
The sub-committee male no recommen-
dations and submitted the bids with their
report OF the yield OF each brand Of flour
bid upOn.
Comparisons OF the yield Of each brand
and the cost of same We're made and the
contract fen 90 the Dot of the Messrs R
Z J.. williams Company ass the lowest bid
ders in accordance with the requirements
OF the committee
a subcommittee consisting Of Messrs
Smith. Gunst and C0ttrell was appointed
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
THE BlJOU'S NEW BILL.
Strong Features in the Programme
for This week.


There are several features on the Dill
at the Biiou this week that are wen
worth witnessing. The show Is soND
one evenly balanced, and bright ana
snarkling. with novel and original ac's'
There is mirth and music plenty clean
49,, GOOD singing. and the best set ol
,5tsqraph pictures that have ever Deeh
eeen here. The description Of bdtle
Tatveen troops Of Uncle Sam and bands
- Fuininos is most realistic Enects are
used 10 make the pictures all but perlecl'
md there was an immense demonstration
~ enthusiasm between volleys ana
charges of the soldiers Of Old Glory.
Williamson and Stone. the ragtime
kings. captured the hit of the Dill IN
an act that was one long hearty laugh.
The clever comedians are excellent negro
impersonators. and their songs and dances
dIled the bill nicely Master Jimmy
Duffy. the Napoleon OF miniature COli'e
dams. with the assistance Of his talented
mother and father. received an ovation
In opening his act, all during the time the
splendid trio held the stage, and made
laughter: there was frequent applause.
Forester and Floyd, a good comedian
and a pretty woman. DO a graceful and
clever sketch, n laugh maker. and intro
duce a number Of specialtes that found
instant favor with the crowded house.
Miss Gertrude Haynes IS talented mu-
stefan. and her performance on the organ
and piano was treat to the many lovers
of music present. The young lady played
a number OF popular airs, IN unique
STYLE. and finished her act, performing
on an instrument called a concert grand
orchestrae. that was built for her. This
instrument contains a number Of effects
that made II feature Of the bill.
Josie Kline and Phil Gottholl, in little
of everything. and not too much Of any
thing rendered an ACT that was new here.
They are good character artists. Annie
LLOYD. a comedienne with a handsome
stage appearance, was nicely received,
desnite the fact that she was in bad
voice. and Eugene Neidert's marvellous
performance on bicycles drew merted
applause.
The vitagraph's new pictures are very
good. the battle scene pictures being posi-
lively the grandest thing Of its kind ever
seen here.
The regular Tuesday matinee will be
held TO-DAY.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
OBITUARY..
Jamcs l.. BrahleY.

Mr.. James l.. Bradley an old resident
OF Church Hill died sunday night at his
home No. l00j north Twenty-hith street.
after a. short illness from pneumonia.
Mr.. Bradley was i'm his seventy-second
year and had been for several years IN
the employ OF the David VI. Lea Manu-
featuring Company.
lie had been for some years connected
with the East End Baptist church. His
wife died some time ago. lie Is survived
BY four sOns-Messrs. william l.. Brad
ley. Henry Bradley, John o. and Melvin
r. Bradley
Mr.. Bradley was held IN high esteem
by those who knew him for his strict in
tegrity and sobriety
The funeral will take place this after
noon al 3 o'clock from East-End Baptist
church The interment will be at oak
wood.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
A SUDDEN RISE
IN THE RIVER.
Water Reached Twenty-Five Feet at
Columbia and Sixteen Here.
FIVE FEET IN LESTER STREET.
The Rise Due TO the Heavy Rains of
Saturday and sunday-An Early
Warning Received aud No Dam
age Donc-Iiiver Rcceding'

The James river. which. during the past
year. has made record on account OF
its proclivity for finding the channel cut
out by nature entirely too small 10 con-
tain IL. again burst It's bounds sunday
and gave the sealaring men residing IN
the lowlands between Richmond ana ful-
ton a Job fcrryIng over the passengers
whom the stroctcars could not denver
a. their destination ON account OF their
tracks being submerged 20 oepth OF
between 1--WE and six feet
TIE HEAVY RAINS.
The rise TN the stream was due TO the
heavy rains OF Saturday and Sunday.
The water came down in torrents ana the
current began 90 swell rapidly az Column
bia during Saturday night The Chesa-
peake and Ohio officials here az once re-
ccived tcloEranms announcing the rise,
and they in turn informed the steamboat
companies and all concerns with goods
stored in low places.
Ia consequence when the volume Of
water reached here Sunday 10 found every
one prepared for IT'S coming and no dam
ago of any account resulted.
Sunday afternoon tho water attained a
height Of twenty-five feet at Columbia,
and after standing "a while began TO go
down as quickly as 10 had risen. AT this
point the river began TO IAN about II
O'Clock yesterday. but fits subsistence was
so gradual at irst as 10 he almost inn
percepublc. Last night. however, it was
going down rapidly.
SIXTEEN FEET HIGH.
About sixteen fot was the maximum
height reached here, and although a few
OF the lowcst-lying cellars were flooded.
there was little discomfort experienced
from A.
The strcet-cars. hv q system ~ trans
fers managed % make good time. The
people Of Fulton were. as usual. consid-
erably incommodcd by the rise ard there
were many complaints
The steamer pocahontas LEFT from her
wharf as usual Yesterday morning and
will return Tonight. The boats Of the
other lines are not seriously interfered
with
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

John and Matte Smith had trouble in
their home I'm the Second police district
last night Matte assaulted her husband
with a pitcher, which made some ugly
wounds.
The ambulance attended the injured
man and Drs Brown and Gwathmey
scwed up the wounds. Matte has not
been found by the police al an early hour
this morning. but her brother, Smith
Grandson. was arrested on the charge
of being implicated iu the trouble.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
PERSONAL AND GENERAL.
Interesting Facts About Richmond's
Citizcns and other Matters.

Mrs. Florence Powell Wesley is visit
ing Mrs. Edward S Rose, No. ITO Grove
avenue.
High Constable Garrison left the city
yesterday morning for Portsmouth on
business.
Mr.. Ben Rainey, Louis Cosby and Clar-
euce r. Garrett viii leave shortly for
Havana. Cuba, 20 accept positions with
Mr.. Chas. NJ. Frischkorn. whose feet
were frost-b.tten three years ago, had
several toes amput4tei Sunday al the
Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore.
Mr. Charles @. Curtland left the city
yesterday for ST. Louis No, to the re-
gret OF his many friends. who wish him
much success in his new home.
"a well known business firm of Havana.
Ar. D. b. Guvernat0r. secretary Of the
Home Brewing Company, together with
bis wife and children, left last night TO
spend a week in Atlanta, Ga.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

Jobnston's Monday at noon. There was a
verv large attendance. and much enthu-
siasm was evinccd at the encouraging re-
ports from the different committees The
ladies' arc under great obligations TO Mr.
Jake Wells who has kindly rendered
them benefit performance on the evening
of April Gth. 10 is earnestly desired that
an friends of this charitable institution
will show their appreciation of Mr. Wells
generous offer by attending the perform
euf4
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
LIBBY PRISON.
The Famous Old Structure is Soon 10
BE Wrecked.

The passing Of Libby Prison Is al hahu.
The grim building which has been lol
severa. years the Mecca Of old so.dlers
and sightseers will by the end OF 'ne
month be torn down. on its site j. 10 DC
reared a monster exposition building.
There is a bare possibility that the IA
a new building as a drawing caro- 10,
nous old bricks and beams may oe ~
.one nrivate enterprise, but as place
sacred to the memory Of the 40ooo boys
in blue who suffered within its walls dur
ing the war between the States it will dis
onnear The Libby Prison Company.
Witch brought IT from Richmond. Va,
has gone out of existence and the struc-
ture Is now I'm the hands of the Coliseum
COMPANY which intends to construct on
The Grounds a big building either for ex-
hibition or business purposes, and to sell
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

freight wreck near Blueheld were brought
TO Roanoke to-day and inferred in Fair
view cemetery.
4 large three-story brick business block
on Park street, used last year as a school
building was wrecked by fire last night.
The origin OF the fire Is unknown. The
building was owned by Wilson Wertz and
was insured for $3.50.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

ALEXANDRIA. VA. March Especial
Mrs. l.. v Dent. widow Of Magruder
Dent. former well-known citizen. and
sister-in-law Of Senator George a. Mush-
bach. Of this city. died yesterday morn
ing al her residence on Prince street.
Mrs Dent has OF late suffered from
many sorrows losing mother, father and
husband within a few years She leaves
-four children. one Of whom is student
at st. Angus College. near Baltimore
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

Colonel W. T. Smith has received a
letter from Cuba. announcing that his
son. Mr. Frank Smith of Company NJ
Fourth Virginia Regiment. is SIX with
fever The letter said be was not very
ll at the time Of writing
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
A ROANOKE BLAZE.
Rrick Business Block Burned - The
ts,.on,on Ruricd-Batl Practice

ROANOKE. VA. March 9o-Eighteen
members OF the Pittsburg baseball team,
under Manager Watkins. arrived here
this afternoon and tomorrow will begin
a series Of practice games. They are
ouartered at Hotel Roanoke.
The remains OF Robert Van Landingham.
the tireman killed yesterday In the serious
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
ASHLAND WILL VACCINATE.
Smallpox IN Upper Hanover Alarms
the Nativcs-NegrO Fined.

ASHLAND. VA. March 0.-Speclal.-
The Town Council, at a called meeting this
evening, passed "A resolution. authorizing
Mr.. G. W. Crew chairman OF the Health
Committee. TO make house-to-house
canvass Of the town 10 see what per cent.
of the population has recently been vac
clnated and report 20 the Council as soon
as possible.
A case of smallpox has developed near
Hylas. about ten miles west of here. and
has very much alarmed the people OF
that vicinity The patient came from
Newport News.
Bill Straus (colored) was fined $3.50 for
raising Insurance with his housekeep-
or. Jennie Iargrove, by Mayor Scott, this
afternoon.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
HEALTH RESTORED.

When who is easy and steady eater ana
who has not occasion "
be afraid OF the world the flesh the devil For from ,hoss
human figures lie Ike recum-
from those other hours "ncn
the mouth the food whcn
the palate stands weome-from these TWO hnss'
proceeds power together with the cearnes ana
sanity mind which leads valuable accomplishment
when sleep" said Leigh Hunt rs the ume "hen
spirit goes its airy rounds i ADVISE
in joy said Sir Walter SCOTT
Sleep" hsppest OF earthly ooons
sleep poephio Boston, Fingers all our life
time eyes all day in the boushs OF
tree"
gentlemen good and fine ana makes
sleep seem a thing at ham sandwich I"
five stil left in his pocket.
Nevertheless. the roofs of the houses
and above passing from one TO an
other would millions OF people tuno-
ling vain TO the somnoen gods
from early evening to day.
writes lady. II tossed and tumoed
with pain and excitement. years I
greatly pain tho back strange mental haucna-
tons appetite dark fluid which scalded In
mouth I'm the morning loss Of nerve
and tone restless gradual failure OF weight and
on to 90 my duties the weight OF my clothes
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
PRICES TRIAL CONTINUED.
The Prince Edward Murder Case
Hangs on-Farmviilc has a Flood.

FARMVILLE, VA. March 9.-Specidi.
The Appomattox river Is higher 'han
II has been since 1881. A number Oh
houses In the lower section OF the Town
have been cut off from pedestrians ana
tenants have moved to upper stories Inc
water IS now falling.
Mr.. HOO Wah. OF China, has opsnso .
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

Senator Thomas 5. Martin opened his
headquarters in Murphys Hotel yester-
day. lie is being assisted in his work
bv his brother Mr. Leslie Martin. The
senator had 81 number of visitors, most
lv Richmond people. He is receiving a
big mail and his correspondence keeps
him busy.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
TO APPLY FOR A PARDON.
Friends Of Il. l.. Rawlings Here 10 Ask
That tie be set Free.

seantor Robert Turnbum. Sheriff r. b.
Turnbuil and several other gentlemen
from Brunswick. reached Richmond last
night. and will call on Governor Tyler to-
day 20 present an application for the
pardon OF r. J.. Rawlings. He was con-
victed in January and sentenced 10 two
years in the penitentary for attempting
10 shoot a young man.
Rawlings. 30 is said. had great provoca-
ton. He fired shotgun. but did not
wound his opponent The judge and jury
and several hundred citizens unite in ask
Ing executive clemcncy.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

Mr.. 70. S Woodall. formerly Of Man
chester who has resided in Atlanta for
a few years has been transferred by the
Southern Railway Company 20 Washing
ton. lie has been promoted. and now
holds responsible position in the office
Of The goneral froIght agent.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

lduudlN Ol mann HNi''N
Hewlett. the Oldest son OF Mr. Ben Cox.
of the Normal school, Is very al with
pneumonia.
Prince Edward Court Is In session to-
day. The Price murder case was con-
tlnued TO April term OF the court.
Price was In court and Is looking
well.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
DIR. Frost Dangerously III.

STANTON. VA. March 20-Special- =
The condition OF DR.. ]. NJ. Frost. who IL
dangerously III at the residence OF his
brother-in-law. NJ y. Bradley. Is I'M
changed. and much anxiety is expressed
for his recovery.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21
RANGEoF THERMOMETER.

Yesterday the range OF the thermome-
ter was as follows: A. NJ. 80; u NJ, 81;
3 p. NJ, "a: p. NJ. 81; 9 Z. NJ, AZ; L
NJ, 80. Average, IS.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

DR.. George b. steel has decided to be.
come a candidate for the House Of Dele
gates. a few years ago he served in that
body and made an excellent representa-
rive
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

FARMVILLE. VA. March 2o-special.-
Mrs. Martha A. Chick. the wife Of Mr..
]. J. Chick. OF Cumberland county. and
mother OF Mr.. Charles Chick. Of this
place. died early this morning at the
home Of her SON.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

LYNCHBURG. VA. March Especial.
telegram received here to-day an
nounces the death at Opelika, Ala. OF
Mrs. r. j. Collier. aunt of Mrs. James r..
Kinnler. and sister Of Dr. r. NJ Saunders.
of the Randolph-Macon Woman College.
ThestuS Hahn.
WINCHESTER. VA. March -).-Spe-
ciai -Thestus lIahn. a. prominent citizen
of the county, died at bis residence near
This city. last night after short illness
of heart disease. For many years he was
in the milling business and amassed a
large fortune. His life was heavily insur-
ed. He was sixty-fve years Of age and
is survived by four children.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

DR., Swallow Nauseaiine Caesu'es.
hut take Groves Tasteiess Quinine Pow
ders. Absolutely tastslsss. Endorsed ~
chemists. 20
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21


was
the Safe Cure
wr and slept like SSned
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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-03-21

Help Good Cause.
The ladies Auxiliary of tho Old DO
mlnion Hospital met M Mrs. George Ben
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-06-12

The many friends Of Otto Won Kers-
ting were much panied. Sunday morn
ing to learn Of his death at the hOspi-
tai. between and 8, Of consumption
Although Mr. Kersting had been faT
from Well for number Of weeks. and.
last Tuesday. had grown 50 weak that
he had to be taken into the hospital,
il was hoped that ne would be spared
TO us for number Of years, ana to
all but the surgeons, the iii news which
rapidly spread about camp came as d
shock, He was born in Germany, 81
years ago. enlisted a, New York City
Aug. I. 1869. as private in GO. {, 1ISth
New York Volunteers, ana was dis
charged. April 70. 1866. at Montgomery,
Ala, by reason Of expiration of term Of
service as quartermaster sergeant.
He was admitted to the home Oct. Is,
1850 ana during his nearly ~ years
membership has held several clerk
ships Of Importance. the last being
that Of transportation clerk In thu
treasurer's office, from which he re-
signed 4 few weeks ago on account ~
failing health The funeral services
viii De held at the chapel Tuesday
forenoon. at II O'Clock.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-06-12
BACCAuAUREATt ADDRESS
Delivered by Rev. 0. E. Miller Before Glass
Of 80. H. H. S.. Sunday Evening.

The baccalaureate address before the
class of 80 Hallowell High school. was
delivered by Rev. ID. f. Miller. pastor or
the Methodist church, in the Baptist
church. Sunday evening.
The exercises occurred at the close of
one Of the fairest Of June days. and the
auditorium was early filled with relatives
and friends Of the graduating class
selection by the church choir was fol
lowed by Scripture reading by Rev ]. 4.
Boardman, and prayer by Rev. J. +.
Cochrane.
Rev. Mr.. Miller took words for his text
from the Acts of the Apostles, iii:lO: "At
the beautiful gate Of the temple" The
speaker felt that the class of 1899 was
standing before great ana beautiful arch
ways which opened to a future of sue
cess-gates Of home. recreation ana or
portunity. tie urged the appreciations Of
home life, the associations and friendship
OF which We're never to be found else
where He realized the possibilities and
opportunities which sooner or later woulI
open TO the young man and young wo-
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-06-12
A QUIET SUNDAY.
Water Street Deserted and Stores Closed in a
Manner Not Seer Tor Many Day.

Water street has not been 50 quiet on
Sunday for many years as it was,
yesterday. At the last meeting of the
city government an order was passed
to the effect that the drug stores
should not be open only from the hours
of to 10 A. NJ, ana it was carried out.
Not only was the drug stores closed but
the cigar stores We're also asked to
comply to the order. During the day
there was doing business along Water
street. only two places. those of Silas
Hamilton and NJ. SapeirO, they having
been granted Il common Victualers S
license.
At the special meeting of the boar Of
aldermen. Tuesday evening. the matter
of revoking the licenses of those do
inc 4 common Victualers' business will
be considered. This will leave only the
paper stores doing any business at all
and the outcome of it all is looked for
ward to with much interest by all.
city Marshal Drake was seen and he
said that never before did he ever see
the street 50 quiet for the day. He did
not lay it all to the new order. though
it may have had some effect. The day
was grand one and nearly all i'm
proved the opportunity Of going some
I where. either to the pond. down river,
/ to Togus. or for a ride.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-06-12

of Rockland. and Trinity Commandery
of Augusta. The plans are not yet
completed but enough so at to assure
great time. The Rockland Command
cry will probably arrive on the noon
train and the Augusta Commandery on
the Electrics dinner Will be served
at the Evans and Immediately after
this is served a line of march VIII pe
taken over the city, forming on the
Evans Hotel corner, G. w. CUTS DelhS
marshal The route as layed out VIII
he up water to Brunswick and around
the Common TO the residence OF Mayor
Patten where the communicates VIII De
entertained. 1t will then move TO the
residence of Hon. a. Spear, then up
Dresden. School and Brunswick streets
to the residences of +. II. WlnsioW, J.
w. Lash and c. O. Turner. 1t VIII,
after this return to Water by way OF
Elm Washington, Beech and Neal
streets where the Electric cars VIII be
taken and a ride to Hallowell ana Au-
gusta enjoyed In the evening a gfahd
ball will be held at the Coliseum
Monaghan's Orchestra furnishing the
music.