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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

steve Rrodie will perhaps refrain from
ay,py again this year as an April joke.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

THE ,s the day on which man can
droa his pocketbook and come back ana
lind 4, hours afterwards untouched.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

Harvey. Sam has good name Tor use
in jefferson dinners and the like
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

Aleer has been cheered in Cuban
town. Now we know those people are
unfit for self.government.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

Acr,nalaos final stand proved TO
he one o: those one night STANDS ana
hurried departure.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

Indications Of natural gas have been
found in Missouri. Has Champ Clark
gone home?
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

MANCHESTER BUREAU. III HoNi'
STREET.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

The Times Is always indebted 20 iI'e ma
who favor II with society hen,s s',cS
personals but must urge that az IT.
be sent over the signature
All unsigned Communications Will be re-
jccted always.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

We hav, long been in favor OF electns
United states Senators by the people
but MS this cannot he done without a
change In the Constitution. the next best
thing is for parties TO select their candi-
dates by popular vote. This can be easily
done NJ the election OF members or me
General Assembly. Bedford Democrat
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

PETERSBURG AGENT,
MRS. s. c. HUTCHINSON, LON
STREET.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

sam Cook, Of Missouri. succeeds Com
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

We know nothing as TO when. where OF
bv whom this address was prepared, Du1
from the character ard ablity or tne
signers. tho question IS ikeiy 70 grow III
,,,,rortance until the convention assemblies
In richmond in May. as they will doubt
ises utilize the intervening time IN I'M
pressing their views Of upon the people
Fairfax Herald
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

No more important measure has cIaltneu
the attention Of tho Democratic pa,.g
since the days of reconstruction '"'" ,,'.s
matter OF allowing the people a
I'M the selection Of United STATES s'ui..' 49,,
The methods which have Deen 49,
rcrcntiv m other States. and the alleged
irauence brought TO bear I'm our own
state Legislature I'm 1909. are enough 10
disgust every patriotic Democrat IN VIZ
giuia.-South Boston News
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

The sentiment FOR the election OF United
States senators by vote OF the p.ope D'-
rectly or indirectly. is one thar mas use"
CROWN steadily for some years past
ard ~ il stronger to-day. not in virginia
alone but in tho country at large IMAM
n has ever been. The oft-repeated asser-
lion .sa, only man OF great "ea'lh
can get a seat IN the United states SEN
ate from many Of the states. the duopins
OF the body. % mulionaires' club &c
have had their effect IN creating tnls s'"
timent Then the delays. deadlocks ana
unseemly manipulations and wire -puillhs.
TO say nothing OF the actual scandals ll"-
occur almost every season "hen mo
than ono or two Legislatures unoei ak
the election OF senators have haa 20
Soys 3neuence in tho same direction
Leesburg Mirror
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

The call for Democrats 20 Assem- 1,e
=, Richmond in May TO consider VIC
plan of choosing United states senator pr.
Nv the people was literally signed oy
prominent and representative Dei',o
crats from every section Of the state.
This movement will strike a popu,..,a'
chord with a large contingent IN .H-
plnia. as the methods and scenes tns
Dast year with many other state Le.is
iarnres have Disguised the peoplc.-S.ll-
folk Herald.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01
THE MAY CONVENTION.
1t Is Favored by Nearly All the Viz
pinia Newspapers

The movement inaugurated 10 iornlu-
late some plan by which the people may
elect United states Senators In the future
will hc generally endorsed. An ADDRESS
II psmocI ats has been issued Tor gem
eral conference TO be held m hichmond
on May nth. when IT IS proposed TO out
line some plan by which the VIII OF inc
people may be consulted at the ballot
box. and II is probable that the confer
ence will be largely attended. The re-
cent scandals In Delaware. pennsylvania
California and other States that deNei-
oped I'm senatorial fights make 10 patent
that some other method must be CHOSEN
for selecting Senators. and there IS no
better way than by popular vote. me
address issued az Richmond Is an aole
paper.-Newport News Journal
IT'S the peoples right and they should
demand tho privilege or eiectns thelr
Senators by a direct vote.
This call was signed by hfty-two men
who are prominent in the counchs OF
their party. and we are proud TO say that
the name Of our gallant standardized
Hon John T. Rlxey. heads the lisI-
Culpepcr Enterprise.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

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WE DESIRE TO CALL THE T NITRO
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end Manchester for 10 cents a "eeh,
when paid weekly. but 80 cents per
month when paid monthly by MAI ma
outside of Richmond. 70 cents inoi,,n;
$500 a year-anywhere In the uh''eo
States.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-04-01

p. Foster, Of South caroHna.-AtIm'a
Journal.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21
WOMAN AND FASHION.
ana Reception Gown-Col-
lars and Waists.

OF the many new designs for tailor
made gowns intended for wear in cold
weather one Of the most attractive is
shown in the illustration. The material
for both skirt and jacket is blue black
Rloth Of dull effect. The skirt fits olose-
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

The last word from ''milliners' row
informs us that flowers beautiful big
velvet ones-are superseding feathers
on headgear. and perhaps that is the
reason that some Of the smart women
are using the same garniture for their
evening wraps and for the fur capes
that they wear to afternoon teas an6
informal eat homes.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

Leaders of fashion elsewhere than in
England seem to be favoring the wear
ing of bodices cut very decollete at
the neck for day wear in order the
better to display pearl necklaces and
jeweled pendants of all kinds that are
inseparable from n fashionable wom-
ans toilet on the continent. Gowns at
restaurants abroad are studies in them
selves. A pale pink chiffon over pale
yellow silk had incrustations Of black
lace slightly spangled with small pail
lettes, the neck cut low and trimmed
with similar black lace. The decol-
letage was cut diagonally at the neck
leaving the right shoulder exposed, but
over this couple Of bands of black
velvet We're held in place back and
front by paste buttons and bunch of
yellow roses on the left side. The long,
transparent sleeves had the same in
crustations of lace and the long train
ed skirt fastened on the left side with
small paste buttons and tiny velvet
straps. This was accompanied by a
toque which turned up at the back
and had velvet bow In front secured
by paste buckles. The transparent
black lace wings on the cream tulle
crown were worked with Jet and dia-
mond paillettes, intermingled with
chenille. A bow of black velvet and a
paste buckle appeared on the right
and Gloire de DIXON roses on the left
side
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21
A Recognition Gown.

Black and white will, as it has been
for several seasons past, be one of the
choicest combinations for gowns of ex-
treme elegance. Here is one designed for
a wedding reception. 1t is a princesse of
black satin, with panels Of gingham
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

One of the most approved methods Of
trimming plain skirts is the application
Of bowknots, of lace, folds, ribbon,
puffings of chiffon, etc.
The illustration is very effective ex-
ample. The skirt is of rose pink satin.
The waist is of pufings Of chiffon Of
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21
MOrrlstOwn, N. j.,

As- Loans Negotiated on Mortgages on
Real Estate. Titles Examined. Valuations
Appraised by Committees of the Board OF
Directors. Acts as Agent in the Purchase and
Sale of Real Estate.
William B. Skidmore. President.
Willard W. Cutler, vice-Pres. and Counsel.
Augustus L. Revere, sec'y and Treasurer.
DIREoToRs.- Eugene s. Burke, Guy Minton,
William B. Skidmore, Willard W. Ont
ler Charles E. Noble, George W. Sickle
Augustus L. Revere, Henry F. Taylor
Paul Revere, John H. Capstick.
Agent for the Garfield Properties in Madison
Avenue and Normandie Park.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21
FOR COLD WEATHER.

ly over the hips, hangs straight in front
and at the sides and falls in scarcely
perceptible folds in the back. 1t is of
medium amplitude around the bottom.
The skirt is trimmed around the bottom
with several bands of black silk braid,
and two or three of these extend down
ahe right side.
The jacket fits closely in the back and
at the sides and is shaped to the waist
1t hangs straight in front from the bust
down to point few inches below the
waist. 1t is shaped over the hips and
over the skirt i'll the back The sleeves
are fairly close fitting to the elbows,
and as they approach the shoulders they
display considerable amplitude AT the
shoulders they are finished in puffs Of
medium size. These puffs are aattened
somewhat, and their fullness is princi-
pally noticed fore and aft and above the
Zine of the shoulders The jacket open
ing is edged with hlack astrakhan, and
the notched revers and tall, rolling col
lar are of the same fur New York
Telegram
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

The illustration shows a very smart
promenade gown Of old red coxcomb
cloth. The skirt has a single seam in
the back and is beautifully slashed at
the sides and in the middle of the front,
displaying an underskirt striped sen
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

The engraving represents a costume
N white serge, the corsage of which is
a short bolero ornamented with stitch
ed tabs. Beneath it is blouse of
white ground foulard printed with
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

travers Mozart" in lighter shade The
oyerskirt is bordered with a row Of
stitching. and small black buttons.
The short vest bodice Is very stylish
with its sharp little points at either
side of the front, prettily shaped neck
and gracefully curved fronts. A pointed
rever of black astrakhan trims either
side of the front, and little black buttons
trim the edge The tight fitting bodies
and high collar match the underskirt.
The draped belt is Of black satin. The
small tailor sleeves are finished without
garniture, Thamuf is black astrakhan.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

cashmere patterns, forming a drapery
at the waist. The skirt tunic, which
is open down the front, falls over a
skirt of the same foulard as the cor
sage. The latter buttons over the
shoulder and down the side seam
Paris Herald.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

the same shade, with ruches between
the puffs, making the satin waist a
mass of fluffiness. Very small puffs of
the satin form the sleeves, and these are
almost hidden by the plated ruffie of
chiffon put on at the shoulders.
The bows on the skirt are formed Of
puffings of the chiffon. The belt is of
red taffeta.
In new materials for evening dresses
there is tulle chenille, which looks as
if it might have been woven out of a
velvet thread and it comes in the pref
ty, light tints. Greek nets and nets of
all kind are used. But satin gowns are
also very much worn.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

ornamented with bow of lace and a
bunch of violets.
The Louis XVI white felt hat is Dor
dered with three rouleaux Of black vel
vet, adorned with black ostrich plume
and a rosette bow of violet velvet. -
Philadelphia Ledger.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

Oberammergau is making ready to
perform the Passion play in 1900.
though the consent of the Bavarian gov
eminent has not yet been obtained.
Most Of the parts win be taken prob
ably by the persons who acted them in
1890. The managers count on very
large attendance from visitors to the
Paris exhibition.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1899-07-21

in front which open over an unconfined
plating Of black mousseline de sole,
finished with three rut1ies of lace. Black
mousseline ruches form scrolls on the
lace. The neck is finished by cravat of
white lisse. The bonnet is of chenille
and spangles with white tips and an
edge of white velvet around the edge.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-13
SECOND DAYS PRIMARY.
Hon. Charles IT. Bland the Successful
..4.,.e. .lfsal.st,at (.andlda e. .l.l..lf.

1900 tSS LIE uC-GSSlul
Candidate.
The second days primary was held
Yesterday. The race was between
Charles IT. Bland and r. c. IRWIN
fIhere was much interest manifested all
through the day, and as the hour for
ctoslng the polls drew near the friends
OF each candidate worked hard TO get
In every vote possible, and when the
Dolls closed lit was evident that AIR.
i5iand had won by a flattering maiori-
", out Mr.. TWINS friends chung TO the
nope that he might pull through,
whenEthe window was lowered and the
announcement was made that 1877
votes had been cast, which was the
largest primary for the nomination. of
legislative candidate that has ever
been held in this city When the vote
was canvasSed 1t was found that Mr..
Bland had received 971 votes and Mr.
Irwin Isl. Bands majority, 900. AS
soon as the announcement was made.
the friends OF Mr.. Bland came over to
the Nlrginan-Pilot office and warmly
congra tuiated Mr.. Bland on his sue
cess. Among the number was Mr.. r.
z; irwin, the defeated candidate, who
showed magnanimous spiriS and
came In, congratulated Mr. Bland on
nus victory and said that the fight was
fought on friendly grounds. lie was
sorry that he did nos win, but :: s he
was not the choice OF the minority he
yielded with a cheerful spirit. with ami
mostly to none. The friends OF Mr..
Island insisted upon a speech. He
stood in the door and addressed sew
crai hundred people. His remarks
were brief. He stated that he was in
no condition to speak after the fight he
ilad Just passed through. but he would
be ungrateful il he did not express his
appreciation to those who again re
posed their confidence In him by send.
ing him back to the Legislature. AMI
that II he had said some kind things
about his people it would be his pleas
ure to say even more. AIR thanking
them again for their confidence ne
babe them good night. The crowd then
disnersed with three cheers for the
nominee, and thus ended ono OF the
hardest fights that has ever taken
place in this city.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-13
FERRY NOTES.

The steamer City of Portsmouth was
hauled OFF the line Tuesday night 10
have some temporary repairs made to
her engine, which is in bad shape She
went back on the line at an early hour
yesterday morning. During the time
she was off the Twin City did the work
The new boat, Norfolk County, was run
around the harbor for some time to
allow the captains an opportunity to
get Use to handling her. She will prob
ably go on the line to-day, and the
Portsmouth will have to come off for
awhile. The lessces are doing all they
can to secure another boat. but thus
far have been unable to do so. They
have applied TO the Baltimore and Ohio
and Pennsylvania railroad in New
York for boat. Yesterday they re-
ceived n telegram from them stating
that they had 10 boat that could be
used in this harbor. but they will not
let the matter rest there, and every
effort will be made to get boat.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-13
LATEsT NAVAL ORDERS.

These naval orders have been issued:
Lieutenant Commander w. B. Caper-
ton. detached from the Marietta and or.
dered home.
Lieutenant John A. Edie, detached
from the Marietta and ordered to tho
Dolphin.
Lieutenant w NJ. Irwin, detached
from duty at Hartford and ordered to
the Marietta.
Lieutenant j. N. Jordan, detached
from duty at Hartford and ordered to
the Marietta.
Lieutenant e. S. kellogg, detached
from the New York and ordered to the
New Orleans.
Lieutenant C. C. Davis, detached
from the New Orleans and ordered to
the New York,
Lieutenant w. w. Bush. detached
from the Independence and ordered to
the Hartford.
Lieutenant c. B. Price, detached from
duty"at Newport News and ordered to
the Marietta
Ensign w. r. Cushman, detached
from the Yanl5ton and granted two
months sick leave.
Naval Cadet Il. ]. Thorne, detached
from the New Orleans and ordered tc
Brooklyn.
Lieutenant ]. P. j. Ryan, detached
from the Brooklyn and ordered to the
Dolphin.
Commander c. Fl. West. ordered t.
duty ut the New York navy yard as
aide to the commandant.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-13
4 PRETTY HOME WEDDING.

y very pretty home wedding was
celebrated in Prentis Place last Tues
day evening. the high contracting
parties being Mr.. John T.. Sheppard and
Miss Lottie n. Carpenter, both OF this
city.
The ceremony was performed at the
residence OF the brides parents. in
Prentis Place, in the presence of a Sc
lect assembly of friends. Rev II. #.
Waterfeld. pastor Of Owens Memorial
Church. oflicioled. AT The conclusion
of The ceremony the happy couple were
the recipients Of profusion OF con-
gratulations and we'll wishes.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-13
IN NJ EsfOIsIAN

Died in Portsmouth. Va. three years
ago today, October 18th. 1896, Mrs
FRANCES LEDOYEN, beloved wife OF
John b. IeDoyen. in her GSth year.
Three mournful years have vanished.
Think we while the tear drops start,
But the memory of our loved one
Still Is fresh within our hearts.
Oh, tho memory of that drcary day
When We stood around her bed
Till death stole upon her softly
And VIC knew her soul had fled
All! since then our lives are saddencd,
Since that day our hopes are slain
But her voice comes sweetly saying
Courage, we shall meet soon again."
by her beloved husband and children.
IT -
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-13
FOOTBALL,

Preparatory to the game Saturday
afternoon the Portsmouth football team
had their last hard practice last night.
and everybody who Witnessed the nrac-
tice was pleased at the way the boys
handle themselves. The manager of
the Portsmouth eleven received the line
mp CT the Richmond College yesterday.
and present Indications point 10 a hard
contest. The local team Will run
through signals ana have light prac.
tice tonight. after which the team for
Saturdays game will be selected and
the line.u: OF the two teams Will be
given In to-morrow's issue, Go out and
cheer the boys and take the colors
with YOU.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-13
ANOTHER ATTEMPT AT BURG
Larry.
Mr.. Ed. Temple Brings His Wincheste,
to Bear On Two Negroes

to Bear On Two Negroes
BurSiaries and attempts at burglary
have been the usual order OF things
hereabouts for some time past with
more or less success. according to cir
cumstances. Many, however, although
successful in their well-laid plans TO
rob, plumber and despoil, have been APP
pretended by the police. some of whom
are now, In durarce, vile.
The latest case Of this character COM
ing TO the public attention was an MT
tempt to force an entrance into the
residence of Mr.. ED" Temple, No. 1907
Washington street, which occurred be-
tween l. and o'clock "Wednesday
night; but Ed was not 10 be caught
mapping. With his Winchester i'm hand
he opened fire on the tlusky intruders
(for there were two of them. and both
coloretD. forcing them to abandon their
unholy mission.
Several attempts at burglary have
been recently made in that locality. bu,
in each case the offending parties were
forced to retreat under fire: and IL
they are wise there are other fields in
which they can operate with a greater
degree of safety than IN this particular
locality.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-13
PER DIEM employees.
In the Government Naval Yards and
4{55 Naval Stations.

- : e + b
In the Government Naval Yards and
Naval Stations.
The following from the Machinlsts
Journal is reproduced as an Item of IN
Washington. D. c.. July 10, 1899.
Editor ournal:
Please find enclosed copy of an
order recently issued by the Secretary
OF the Navy. John d. Long, which L
wish to have published in the next is
sue of the Journal. 1t will be of III
terest to all per diem employees in gov
eminent navy yards and naval sta
tons.
This ruling was secured through the
efforts Of the machinists of Columbia
Lodge, No. ia
Fraternally yours,
JUSTICE.
Navy Yard Order No. 3s-Revised.
Employment of Labor at Navy Yards.
Navy Department, July 6, 1899.
/. Section 1915 of the revised statutes
provides as follows:
Salaries shall not be paid to any
employee in any OF the navy yards, ex-
cept those who are designated in the
estimates. All other persons shall re-
ceive 81 per diem compensation for the
time during which they may be actual
ly employed" Under this section per
diem employees at navy yards cannot
be granted leave of absence with pay.
Strike out paragraph of Navy Yard
Order No. SO, and insert the follow
ing:
"2. Hereafter per diem employees at
navy yards shall not receive pay for ma
tonal holidays, unless carried on the
rolls for said holidays. If per diem en-
ployes are absent for six successive
musters Immediately before 4 national
holiday. unless on leave granted by the
commandant, they must be dropped
from the rolls in accordance with para
graph 40 of Navy Yard Order No. 20,
revised, and in such event shall not
receive pay for national holidays"
JOHN D. LONG,
Secretary.