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The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28
Great Mems Clothes.

Marlborough House, though it fire.
quently encourages new fashions, is
no autocrat in these matters. An in.
stance. Last summer, in order to en-
courage Spitafields weavers, the prince
of Wales heroically wore silken
brocaded waistcoat, but the hint was
not taken, and the waistcoat had at
last to be discarded. The duke of
York, it appears, is no great dandy, as
he simply requires his clothes to be
comfortable. He ordered twenty suits
once all in a lot. He is thought to
look best in a blue serge yachting cos
tune. AS to the German emperor, his
wardrobe is marvellous, including the
uniforms of every regiment in his
army, besides many foreign ones
Among the most priced uniforms is
that of an English admiral.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28
PHANTOM SHIP
The Flying DUtchman.
<~r-BY
CHAPTER XX.-(Continued.)

O1AI AA.-lOOHllHutus
That the admiral had exceeded his
powers in taking the life of the officer
was undeniable, as although his in
structions gave him the power of life
anu DEATH still it was only to be de-
cided by the sentence of the court-mar-
tial held by the captains commanding
the vessels of the fleet; he therefore
felt himself justified in resistance. But
Philip was troubled with the idea that
such resistance might lead to much
bloodshed; and he was still debating
how to act, when they reported to him
that there was a boat coming from the
admirals ship Philip went upon the
deck to receive the officer, who stated
that it was the admirals order that
he should Immediately come on board,
and that he must consider himself now
under arrest, and deliver up his sword.
mo! MOI" exclaimed the ships COM
pany of the bort. He shall not go
on board. We will stand by our cap
tain to the last"
Silence, men! silence!" cried Philip.
you must be aware, sir" said he to
the officer, that in the cruel punish
ment of that innocent young man, the
admiral has exceeded his powers; and,
much as | regret to see any symptoms
of mutiny and INSTRUMENTATION, it must
be remembered that if those in COM
mand disobey the orders they have re-
ceived, by exceeding them, they not
only set the example, but give an ex-
cuse for those who otherwise would be
bound to obey them, to do the same.
Tell the admiral that his murder OF
that innocent man has determined me
no longer to consider myself under his
authority, and that | will hold myself
as well as him answerable to the COM
pany whom we serve for our conduct.
/ do not intend to go on board and put
myself in his power, that he might
crafty his resentment by my igno-
minious death. 1t is a duty that l owe
these men under my command to pre-
serve my life, that l may, if possible,
preserve theirs in this strait; and you
may also add that little reflection
must point out to him that this Is no
time for us to war with, but to assist
each other with all our energies. We
are here, shipwrecked on a barren
coast. with provisions insufficient for
any heightened stay, no prospect Of
succor, and little of escape. AS the
commodore truly prophesied, many
more are likely to perish as well as
him-and even the admiral himself
may be of the number l shall wait
his answer; if he choose to lay aside
all animosity, and refer our conduct
to a higher tribunal, am willing to
join with him in rendering that as
sistance TO each other which our sit
uatlon requires-if not, you must per-
ceive, and Of course will tell him, that
] have those with me who will defend
me against any attempt at force. You
have my answer, sir, and may return
on board"
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28
Try Graln-o! Try Grain-o,

Ask your grocer today to show you a
package of GRAIN-O, the new food
drink that takes the place of coffee.
The children may drink it without in
jury as well as the adult. All who try
it, like it. GRAINO has that rich seal
brown of Mocha or Java, but it is made
from pure grains, and the most delicate
stomach receives it without distress.
One-fourth of the price of coffee. 15c.
and 25c. per package. Sold by all
grOcerS
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28
Are You Using Aliens Foot Ease?

1t is the only cure for Swollen,
Smarting, Burning, Sweating Feet,
Corns and Bunions. Ask for Aliens
Foot, Ease, powder to be shaken into
the shoes. At all Druggists and Shoe
Stores, Csc. Sample sent FREE, Adj
dress, Allen S. Olmsted, Leroy, n. Y.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

Impossible TO foresee an accident.
Not impossible to be prepared for it.
Dr. Thomas Elclectric Oil-Monarch
over pain.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28
Lanes Family Medicine.

Moves the bowels each day. In order
to be healthy this is necessary. Acts
gently on the liver and kidneys. Cures
sick headache. Price % and'50c.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

Two million Americans suffer the
torturing pangs of dyspepsia. No need
to. Burdock Blood Bitters cures. At
any drug store.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

The flesh Of alligators tastes very
like veal, and is regarded as delicacy
by many people In Iadia.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

with Apologies to A. Pope.
Hope springs eternal in the human
breast,
But all too oft 1t gets knocked gall
ley west.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

Cato's only diversion was drinking,
and he was fond of that diversion.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

Cbarlemagne was said to be the best
player of checkers of his century.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

Peter the Great liked to be carried
about in a wheel barrow.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

Emerson declared that he composed
best when walking.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

Themistocles was passionately fond
of dancing and flute playing.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28
An Excellent Combination.

The pleasant method and beneficial
effects of the well known remedy,
SYRUP OF FIGS, manufactured by The
CALIFORNIA FIa SYRUP Co., illustrate
the value of obtaining the liquid laxa-
tive principles of plants known to be
incidentally laxative and presenting
them in the form most refreshing TO the
taste and acceptable to the system. 1t
is the one perfect strengthening laxa-
tive, cleansing the system effectually,
dispelling colds, headaches and fevers
gently yet promptly and enabling one
to overcome habitual constipation per-
manently. Its perfect freedom from
every Objectionable quality and sub
stance, and its acting on the kidneys,
liver and bowels, without weakening
or irritating them, make it the ideal
laxative.
In the process of manufacturing figs
are used, as they are pleasant to the
taste, but the medicinal qualities of the
remedy are obtained from SIENNA and
other aromatic plants, by n method
known to the CALIFORNIA Flo SYRUP
Co. only. In order to get its beneficial
effects and to avoid limitations, please
remember the full name of the Company
printed on the front of every package.
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP CO.
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
LOUISVILLE, KY. NEW YORK, N. z.
For sale by all Druggists.-Price Soc. per bottle
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28

Francis |. was known as the most
skillful jouster of his country.
The Yale expositor., 1899-04-28
floods Saadab0siM

Hoods pills cure liver Ills; tho non-lrritatlng and
Gully cathartic to take with Hood's Ssrsapariila.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
Evening Of Pleasure.

Last Friday evening. Sept. 9Th, 1899,
wss pleasAL tly spent at the residences
OF Miss III. Belle Fitzhugh, 11O2 st.
james st. The occasion being an in
formal reception given by the Tulip
Pleasure Circle in honor of Miss Lucy
P. Watkins of Roanoke aud otherF.
The guest seemed sll to be well pleas
ed with the enjoyable time spent. After
partaking Of the delicacies OF the sea-
son whic a was so bountiously prepared
all retired to their homes we'll pleased
with their evenings enjoyment.
Among those present were Misses
Lucy P. Watkins, ofkRoanoke. Va,
Bertha Thompson, MargaretGe Kelley,
Hattie johnson, Rebecca Johnson
Lottie Williams, Minnie Robinson, Ida
Jones, Sarah Burke, Ida B. Baker, v.
Lillian Taylor, Marie ]. Williams,
Amanda Quarles, 81. Belle FitzhuRh. d.
Julia Robinson, Emma Williams, Mes
dame VIM. Smith and VIM. Ferguson ;
Messrs. chm w. Howard of Dsnville,
NJ. w. Davis of Lynchburg. John A.
Hawkins OF New York. Luck Of North
OarolIna. Willie Wilson. Walter
Jones. Alex. Jackson. Thos. Ewell. ed.
]. Johnson, James 81. Chiles, B. H.
Peyton, John T. Taylor, Willie Gray,
BeDj. Pvide, Endlesa Williams, Will
Llama Smith and William Ferguson.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16

the original st. Lukes and st. Lukes
from priuciDIe. hailiRg from England
and organized in the city OF Baltimore,
Md, in 1894 by . Christian woman,
Miss Mary a. Prout (deceased) who
bequeAthed TO her niece. Miss L. A.
Vincent the works, etc. MISS Vincent
is known as Grand Supreme Chief of
the order.
ALI things work together for good to
those who love the Lord. We are glad
30 say we had esentstives from
Norfolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Deep
Bottom, OrbanHa and three councils
in Baltimore. A most harmonious sit
ting was held and we sdjourned TO
meet in Hampton, Va, in 1900
By order of the /. o. OF St. Luke of
the state of Maryland,
l. A. Vincent, R. W. G. Supreme,
3. w. Hutchins, r. W G. Chief;
Millie A. jackson, r. w. G. v. Chief
E. v. Randolph. Z. W. G. r Sec'y;
Thos. Il. Halstead, z. w. q. r. Sec. !;
Hester Brown, r. w. q. Treas.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
GRAND COUNCIL SPEAKS.
To who n it MAJ concern:

To who n it MAJ soncern:
In the Richmond PLANET" of the
9th instant. appeared an article pur-
porting TO give q full statement of
some internal troubles affecting the
order OF St. Lukes. As was natural
that statement was one-sided and mis-
leading.
The Grand Council OF the Indepen d.
ent Oder OF St. Luke OF the state OF
Maryland takes this means of explain
ing why action was taken toward th G
entire Richmond delegation in not ad-
mittIng them in the Grand Council
held in the city OF Baltimore August
22od 80 25th inclusive. From expres.
sions made by q Richmond delegate in
the session OF '96. ''thae they came to
take the works. but faIIed, did not sue
ceed until '98. when they after the ad-
journment OF the session got out .
charter, viz: Grand Supreme.'
The Grand Council ]. 0. of st. Luke
OF the state OF Maryland assembled IN
Paca Hall, PRsa ST., Baltimore, Md,
August %, 1899 in their s5th annual
session. On account of the action Of
the Richmond grand officers in getting
out Q new charter, styled IS "Supreme
Grand Council They and the dele
gates from the subordinate lodges
were not admitted. There had been
an Executive Board of 10 elected by
the Grand Council OF 'o7 to transact
business for the good Of the order.
After the ad jourpment OF the session
held in Urbanua, Middlesex Co., Va,
q portion OF the Executive Board re-
siding in Richmond, without the
knowledge of the majority of the
Board residing elsewhere. took it upon
themselves 60 change the name from
Independent Grand Council of the
Order of ST. Luke Of the State Of Mary
land" TO Supreme Grand Councif' by
getting out charter which the Grand
Council did not authorize them TO do
and knew nothing OF it until the slips
bearing the name "Supreme Grand
Council were sent 20 them to be Llac-
cd over the original chArts-which is
violating the pledges in the extreme.
We are pleased 70 know that We ere
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16

MAECzEsTER, Va, Sept. z. 1890.
To the Officers OF the Southern Aid
Society. 504 N. End st., Richmond, Va.
Gentlemen:
Please accept my thanks for
the prompt attention paid to the pay
ment ot sicK dues during the illness OF
my daughter, Ida Hackney, 2I11 Balm
bridge St., and for the prompt settle
ment Of the death claim the som OF
which was $72.5 The managers po-
lite and business like bearing " lille At
tending to his duties is worthy OF all
praise.
have nothing bat the best wishes
for the success OF the Southern Aid So
sietY aud che srfully recommend it to
my friends and the public for honest
dealing.
Signed: her
MARY X HACKNEY.
Witness: mark
Sidney X Jackson,
mark
B. L. Jordant
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
Champion Lady Bicycle Rider.

A good desl of talk has been gong
on concerning the lady that straddles
the wheel on upper Leigh st. The lad y
in question was visited by the" Planet"
reporter and the wheel and costume
rigidlY inspected. Her name il Miss
Mary Elizabeth Epps. She is here ON
a two weeks visit to her parents at No.
sI5 ~. Leigh St. She has been to
New York City for several years and
has been riding the wheel only about
six years During the past Is months
she has been taking parts in races.
She won silver medal III q century
run in Greater New York and on an.
other occasion she won the race from
New York 60 CooneY Island.
She rides Pierce wheel, diamond
frame pattern and geared up to about
80 or So. Her bicycle skirt is made in
the latest bloomer style. blue colored
and with numerous little brass but.
tons. On . lAdy's wheel her skirt
would not be noticed, but on the dis.
mond shsDed gents wheel the skirt
divides and one would think she had
on psnts.
She has been on the road several
times with some Of our fastest riders
and has made them push the wheel for
all it WAS worth TO keep up with her.
A certain gentleman, who has won
several medals for fast riding and now
uses either the horse or q wheel, was
sent hOme 3 few evenings ago by the
lady as the second best rider. She il
. PLEASANT tAlker and takes delight in
wheels. She left the city on yester-
day and said ii any OF the wheelmen
of our city come to Greater New York
she would carry them over the city.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
Oh DE EIGGBR Is BR MIGHTY
MERRY NAN.


Ef you study Nigger's hist'ry in de
liRht ~ natuI law.
You will fin dat he's er mighty mer-
ry man.
TRke i'm rom de fus o. slsv'ry ter de
'Rinnin' o. De war;
You kin see dot he's er mighty mer-
ry man.
Take i'm in lie nAtif country, when 'is
forehun wheel is turnin'
Take i'm in de days o. slav'ry, when lis
narsters' whip 'ers burnin'
Take Jim in &c fus o. freedom 'fo' he
got er bit o. leaIcin'
an he'll pEuv ter be er mighty mer-
II man.
You ma cuff i'm like er Dago, you ma
slisht i'm like Jex,
OH de Niger is or mighty merry
man.
You ma take Us pork an taters, but
still sing kallelu.
Oh de Niger is er mighty merry
fcgC man.
While de road dat he must tiable NAV
look mighty dark an dre'y,
An de load dat he mus wsggie wild
ma make i'm mighty very;
But he'll strike er chune o. Calvary an
sing IL mighty merry:
Oh de Niger is er mighty merry
man.
You may ketsh i'm in de valley mo'nin
case his way is dark.
OH de Niger is er mighty merry
man.
But he'll soon be on she mount'in les
er siDein' like ar lark.
Oh de Niger is er mighty merry
man.
Watch i'm in de drought o. summer.
when lis crop mus alt it's CROWN
Watch sim in de dead o. winter when
de northeas' win Is blowin,;
Watch i'm any time you please, hes
ell US got er song er-goin'.
OIL de Nigger is er mighty merry
man.
You MAJ plunge 'is heart in trouble
like de anguish O de sea.
Oh de Niger is er mighty merry
man.
But he'll cas- lis cares on Jesus an
commence or jubilee.
OIL de Niger is er mighty merry
man.
Call ter see him in de winter when de
murky clouds is sleetin'
DAr'u be sC mpin mighty winsome in
de Nigger's cordial greetin'
1t doan matter what ma turn up les
so you doan stop lis eatin';
Oh de Niger is er mighty merry
man.
EDGAR g. THOMAS,
612 N. Harrison ST., Richmond, Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
Lesscn Of the Hour.

The SteropticAn Lecture OF Rev. n
Charles Pope is breaking ali precions
records in Richmond. Five hundred
OF the best citizens witness the Lecture
As tne FIRST Baptist Church last Tues
day night. the 18th inst. The leetnro
on Abraham Lincoln and Frederiek
Deughlass was rare treat to All. The
wonderful charge OF the 10Th Calverv
on st. Juan hill brought forth ereat
applause. Many other wonderful deeds
on canvass.
The assassination OF Postmaster Bs-
ker at Lake City, s. C. The burning Of
Sam Hose at Newman, Ga broueht
Tears OF sorrow to many eyes. The
dancing lady on the downward road Ia
also wonderful model lesson a0ainst
the modern style Of dancing.
The people ali left the church feeling
that they had spent \ pleasant eyenin1
In the realms Of History.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
PRICE 5 CENTS
WANTS DIVORCE FROM HEB HUs,
BAND.
Almeda Harris of Toledo Saws He Threat
ened Her Liie.-A Peculiar Story.

TOLEDO, OHIO, Sept, 5.-Almeda Har.
ris Fletcher, the young girl who disap-
peared from her home At Weston three
weeks ago and subsequently married
George A. Fletcher. q young coIored
man of the neighborhood, has another
chapter to her turbulent experiences bY
making application for divorce. Her
father, John w. Harris, a prominent
citizen OF Weston, brings suit as her
next friend. since the girl is but IL
years of age.
She states in her petition that Fletch
er threatened TO kill her several times.
and by this means compelled her TO
marry him, though she never gave her
consent. She wants an absolute d.
vorce.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
DIX. GRAHAM WRITES

RICHMOND, Va, Sept. IL, 1899.
Richmond PLANET, Mr. Editor:
Just as am about
to take the train. such good news
comes TO me that am compelled TO
let the PLANET have it. Last week
the great Hasadiah Baptist Asso-
cistion of which DR.. p. r. Morris was
moderator, 20 which all the Lynch
burg churches beloRg. and DR.. j. w
Karby's church OF Fkrmville. met and
did some glorious work, 1t was y
mighty time. Prof. q. w. Hayes was
on hand, Rev. r. J.. Fl, ffman, ID. ID.
Rev. T. H. White, B. D.. and that olo
wheel horse Rev. ]. B. Smith, who j.
~ much entitled TO D D As any man in
the state. Drs. Morris, Kirby and
Brother Fuhz with their friends did
all they could TO carry the association
for the general association and against
the Virginia Baptist State Convention.
DIR. Norris Was defeated for reelec-
ton. DR.. J. B. Smith elected in hie
place, and the association endorsed III
National Baptist Convention, National
Baptist Publishing House, the Virgins
Baptist State Convention, the Virgins
Seminary and all other Negro enter
prises. .
= Now you may know that my trip to
Nashville, Tenn, will be enjoy able.
Yours truly,
w. F. GRAHAM
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS.
That Amount Disappeared.

DANvILLE, VA, September 9.-Mr. J
8. Morris, manager for large mercan-
sile house here, was robbed of So ,OOC
an currency and certified checks early
this morning while asleep at his board
ing house. He had provided himself
with this sum preliminary to leaving
to-day for New York on q purchasing
trip. Mr.. Morris was awakened By
hearing some one stirring in his room
but on making an outery the intruder
fed, escaping identi Hcation.
Asa result Of police investigation
Frank Cunningham, colored man en-
ployed in the house, was arrested. o.
the 500 in currency stolen. $e5 were
recovered to-day concealed under the
house of Jasper Cunningham. sbrotht !
Of Frank and he, too. was arrested.
Later the checks which had beer
thrown away were recovered.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
ALONG TRIP.
The following persons registered at

The following persons registered at
this office:
Miss Mamie Harper. Richmond. Vs
Geo. L. Brown, Bedford City; w. n.
Randolph, Boston. Mass. Geo. VIII.
Jams, Jr., Lynchburg. Va. II. A. Al.
lens Bedford City. VS.. Mrs. @. Isbell
Lynchburg, Va. w. H. Bailey. Lynch.
burg, Va; A. L. Calhoun, keystone.
w. Va Mrs. A. l.. Calhoun, Kavstone
w. Va /; l. g. Garland, DanviIle. Va.
A. B. Claiborns Almsgro, Va. Rev. O.
w. Bailey, New York M. A. White !:
East Orange, N. ]. Rev. 7. s. Epps'
Milton, N. O.; /; @. W. Wootten, Phils.
Mrs. Martha Brown, New York. Miss
Lottie Pettis. city; Miss Fannie Small
wood, Boston. Mass. Miss Rosa E
Banks, city; Thom2 IS Nelson, CITY: Mrs
Eliza Norrington, Shreveport. IA
Mrs. Adeline Hill, city Mrs. Dam ala
city ; MRS. Joseph p. EVsns. New YorI- !.
Miss Mary Evans, New York: Miss 7,
1salesn Sp0rlock, city Mr.. j. d Childa
Petersburg. Va ; Douglas Wilkerson.
Petersburg. Va: W. q. Price. Gamma
hOsie. Va ; 1 J. smith, Jr., citv Mrs
Emily Monroe, Eliz Abeth Lee. Nellie
v. Chase, Washington, d. G.. Mr.
Mitchell Trioe, Washington. d q A
V. Brown. LypchbUrg, Va: WI
Srsxton, Newark, N. J.: Dr. Wilson
Wright. New Jersey; J. M. Bueknsr
Alexandria, Va L. j. Watkins I'm
Held. N. o.; f D. Watkins. Enfield N
~; Geo. ID. West, Washington, D. c. !;
IN =. hoDlnson' Phtla., Pa Solo
mon johnson, Jr., Phils., Pa.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
A CoLoRED MAN HANG FOR ROBBERY

Noah Finley (coloredl was charged with robbing a
white the public highway. He was sentenced to
death The following is the teegraphc report:
East Radford, Va, August 8.-Noah Finley received
his sentence with peculiar composure The jury considered
their verdict from Monday evening until o'clock this
morning.
The first poll stood eleven for hanging eighteen
years and the verdict approved by every one.
Pulaski Va, August SIT reported the Jury could
not reach agreement party of citizens notified them
verdict not rendered by o'clock this morning the
Negro would be lynched. The verdict brought in
promptly at the specified time.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1899-09-16
OF WEALTHY PARKNTAeE.

Almeda Harris had q beautiful hannA
all that fond and weil-to-do parents
could give her, and, beng pretty and
attractive, had many admirers. Fietch-
er, IL seems, was deeply enamorad of
her, though be kept his secret we'll
The girl says that in response to a note
handed 30 her by boy she left church
TO see what was wanted, leaving bep
hat and wraps behind, as she expeoted
TO return in a minute or two She mat
Fletcher and he proposed that she fIv
with him 70 Michigan, where thav
might be married. he had a revolver
and threatened to kill her unless she
obeyed. Bareheaded and without anv
wraps, with only thin shoes upon hsr
feet, the girl started with the eoIorsd
man across the country afoot for Mieh-
igsn, distance of fifty miles.
ALONG TRIP.
They travelled ali night and for the
succeeding two days and nights, aud on
"Wednesday were married in Monroe
country, Michigan. They started back
afoot, as they had come and at last
brought up at Station island, where
they were found. Fletcher had hired
out to the farmer who tills the island
and had agreed that his wife should do
the cooking for them. They had been
there couple Of days, when the girl
was taken away.
The building where the couple lived
is almost hidden from view. and il al
most devoid OF the furnishings OF a
home, few kettles and q stove being
about all it contains.