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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Pleasant birthday Party.

A birthday party was given to Miss
Leila Abel Friday night at the home Of
her parents. 2Sls' east Franklin street.
They danced until II 30 o'clock, when
they proceeded 10 the dining-room. where
refreshments were served. Those present
were: Miss Minnie Wade, white organize
over blue: Miss Alma Turner, blue or
candle; Miss Sadye Mallory. white or
candle over pink; Miss Bessie I.amkin.
black organdie over blue; Miss Leila
Abel. pink organdie. and Miss Edna
Riddick. white silk; Messrs. Walter Ter
ry. Pat Fitzgerald. Arthur Cherry, AL
phonso Jenkins, Anderson Iamkin, NAL
colin Smith, and Frank Epps.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Clay Ward Actiyes Meet.

The Clay-Ward Actiyes met last night,
but though the session was largely at
tended. no business OF any public i'm
portance was transacted. The bylaws
were changed 80 as TO require a ma
iority vote on elections rather than TO
exclude a candidate on three black balls
and another change was made requiring
all candidates for admission as honorary
members to pay their fee at the time OF
their election. Seven new members were
elected last night, and the club Is I'm.
oreaxinq with each meeting
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Mrs. Durrctt's Testimonial Concert.

The testimonial concert rendered TO
Mrs. Durrett will take place Tuesday,
May I'D, having been postponed from
the 18th instant on account OF the Pres
byterian Assembly and Episcopal Con-
yention being held on the 18th.
The best local talent will take part IN
this concert. some Of the features being
the introduction OF several young artists,
as also a chorus by members OF the We'd
nesday Club, male and mixed quartette,
duets violin solos. &c. In view OF the
elaborate preparations now pelng mace
ALI who attend will be assured musicai
evening OF rare excellence.
Tickets sold for this 18th VIII be good
for the concert 10 be given on the I'D.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
p. X. Skirts.

Ladies' White p X. Skirts, plain and
fancy cords cut in the most approve!
manner ....................:.;.. ", "
Ladies' White p. X. Skirts, trimming
Of Hamburg insertions, entirely new W
f'adies, White p. K. skirts. deliberately
braided with Black braid, bands OF In =,
sertlon ............. .....::..' .'',sso anu ~
Ladies' Suits Of White p. X, .elabo-
rately braided and very jaunty In "a APP
uedranC6 .........-. ......s.ss''P' .'t'N 49,
ladies' skirts Of White and Black
Crash. nicely made. newest cuts. ;N;D
Ladies' crash Skirts, trimming OF +. X;
ladies' Linen Skirts, trimmed Win
White soutache braid..........SZ.0o anu -
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

Mr.. william c. Luck long merchant
on Brook avenue died last night at $50
o'clock az his residence, No. Ills Moore
street. He had been In bad health for
some time. but had only been confined
10 his home about a week. The funeral
will take place from Grace.Strcet Bap-
list church Monday afternoon at
,'cfork
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

There is more catarrh in ms So IN,
together, and until the lar, ie" F o. a
was supposed to be meirao'e. f. ,
great many years doctors pf,', ,o.a, rome.
S loos' and by constantly falling 70 cure ,'
S Win ,o Science has proven ea'srrh 70 q S'
= constitutional disease. aud tner err.
a peoSIres constitutional treatment. ha s.,
cstarrh cure. manufactured by +. ~, >. on
ney & Co. Toledo, O., Is a1e !, A. taken
stitutionai cure on the market IL . - -,
internally internally in doses from 70 drops 70 a s ',,,
s opS mucous surfaces OF the system, . !. /.
ots e one hundred dollars for any case so !,
fails fails to cure. send for circulars '
testim9ni1sic HENEY & CO.. Toledo, "
so,d Nv druggists. f5c.
Hairs Family PILLS are the pess
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

w r. Massle. s. w. Travers, and j. L.
Anderson, who tied for second place.
Several ladies' and members enjoyed
the sport, looking on and taxing sre"' III
terest in the shooting. IN,
The next regular shoot at the CLUB VIII
be on Saturday. May Hth.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Two Specials in Umbrellas.

26-inch Twllled Silk Umbrella, steel
rods, close rollers, colors BACK; brown,
usual $3.50 kind. special at 2.25.
Gentlemens 2s-inch Silk Umbrella ma
tural wood and buck horn handles sterc
ling silver trimmings, regular y ana e
lfphc f-s'o
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
virginia Visitors to Richmond

Mrs. Charles G.. Smith, wife OF 'at gy..
known proprietor OF the Ponce a., -s,r
Hotel, Roanoke; Mrs. c. "a. hip' ',-s
and Mr.. T.. Hibarger. OF koanoNf ri.
the guests OF Mr. and Mrs. Eeois'
at New Ford's. t,ff.a
AT New Ford's-w. c. Rosser ,f,",o.ar
Forge: James o. Graham, IL vf..
Courthouse: John W Sinscl an, ,.,st
Lynchburg. and +. l.. Grace
a, Nurnhv's-J. c. Jones. Lyne
John C. Ewell. Millenbeck. and 10 o.
Gwathmey, Norfolk.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
REPRESENTATIVE at the Hunt Club.

The trap-shooting season was openei
YESTERDAY Afternoon at the Deep run
Hunt Club. and from tho large attendance
the outlook for the season Is p'os-
porous one. BY mutual ARRANGEMENT pc
tween the Hunt Club and LAKESIDE C,uu,
shooting win take place every alternate
saturdav m each club. the members ex-
changing visits and participating at each
Fifteen guns faced the traps during the
Afternoon Mr.. y. l.. Hewitt mahins ,ne
hest score. followed closely by Messrs.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

Don't think you can cure that slight at
tack OF dyspepsia by dieting, or that il
will cure Itself. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure
will cure f.; At "dlgests what you eat
and restores the digestive organs 10
health. Bodeker Brothers, Lewis. and
T. A. Miller,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
ladies' Wrappers.

Many new ones just In. with many
points Of prettiness about them; all gene
rously cut, and all at the same ngurea
little prices.
Ladies' Percale Wrappers. generously
cut. colors Navy. light and medium Blue,
Pink. Red and Black and White, 40
NM 81, S125, $3.50. and 81
Ladies' Lawn Wrappers full size: no
skimping. trimming of lace and Ham
burg edge. 80 .o,o al 60
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Womnn,s sudden Death.

Mary Miller. colored woman. living
on Duval street. died suddenly last right.
DIR. Taylor. the Coroner. was called In,
and pronounced the cause as congestion
OF the lungs. The body was given TO
friends for burial
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
BROTHERHOOD or ST. ANDREW.
Meeting of the Tri-Diocesan Con-
vcntiOn.

+ CHARLOTTESVILLE. VA, May ls.-
Especial THE first convention OF the Tri-
Diocesan Convention Of the Brotherhood
OF 81. Andrew met at Christ church at
O'Clock this evening The convention Is
ynado up OF representatives from brother
hoods in the dioceses OF Virginia, South
era Virginia, and West Virginia. Many
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

r,,ttors I'm which each is intcrcs.sl
reason OF his Official position. .....
MIR Montague says he obtaiu,l
important new ideas which be . n,,..
can make OF good use In the admin
ton OF the affairs OF his bureau.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Mothers Friend
Bows Shirt-WaistS,

nicely made. with all the comfort-givlng
improvements.
At 50c.-An Unlaundered Percale SHIRT,
Waist. nicely made, tucked back and
front.
At 75c.-Boys' Laundered Percale
Waists neat patterns, in figures and
stripes, with collar and with detached col
lars.
At 75c.-Boys' White Tucked Cambria
Waists. tucked back and front with and
without collars.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
LADIES'
WASH
WAISTS.
The largest assortment we have
ever shown, and Of the best. The
prices are so arranged that get
ting them is made easy.

White p. X. waists. nicely made, gene
rously cut .....'.... ..'''''''.,''''Si GO
Ladies' p. X. Waists, White ground,
Black and colored stripes ...............sZ
Ladies' Percale and Bingham waists,
new patterns and cuts, especially good
values. so, IS. Sc. 81, si.25. $3.50, and sl1'
Ladies' Lawn Waists, made OF nice
quality Of White Lawn, straight, cross,
and bias tucks :. .s1.35 $50, H.75 and -
Ladies' White Lawns, tucked, with
rows of insertions. $3.50, and s.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Printed p. X

the best American prints, In figures
stripes. and polka-dots, the usual lSe
The Best French Prints. absolutely
fast colors. the soc. kind, at.........SI l-2c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
ALnhor Conference.

observation-disclosures Montague returheo
last night from Washington, whiths. mc
went TO see United States LABOR IN. ,,,s-
missioner Carroll u. Wright resa'oi"s
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

liver medicines to cure biliousness and
malaria. That Is why Groves Quinine
Liver pills are better than other liver
pills. 10 and q cents.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

the ideal hot-weather fabric, delightfully."-
cool and an elegant washer and wearer
many new patterns ....................25c
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Etan,ine,

80 inches wide. all wool, and cv,r, DIAL,
value ......... ..,....... ........... II.
silk and Wool Examines. f7o r.t.
weight, and silky, unmatched yslgss s".'
81. $l25, $3.50 81 .-4,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
ValenCiennes LdCeS,

with insertions to match. all widths, and
great profuson of entirely new and eX-
elusive patterns. Prices range from 2oc-
to Sc piece.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

100 pieces of Extra Quality
Long Cloth, t2 yards to piece,
worth $50 piece, here at ST
piece.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
India LinOns,

sheer and light weight; some great values
at 61-4, S1-2, 10, II IL, 10 2-S, 20, 70, and
I'D 20 soc.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

go pieces Of Fine Sheer
White Lawns, the kind you
. pay 121c. a yard for, are here
at SIC. yard.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

u inches wide. good weight, finish. ans
,SaIues ....,,..... 80, 75c.. 81, N.25, no
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Tailored Suits,

the cream of this seasons most sought.
taiior fashion of the most thoroughly cor
rect materials, at just half their former
prices.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

Childrens Fine Sailor and
Straw Hats at IS and CSC.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

1s rolls or packages of Best
Toilet Paper for CSC.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
WASH GOODS.

All kinds and all qualities, In a
profusion of strictly new patterns
and colorings, and all at such
prices that they cannot be dupli-
Gated elsewhere.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Wool Batiste,

a delightfully."- cool, warm-weSther io.,.
good Blacks and good woarers. "a
80 90 70 49,.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
PdrdSOlS.

White Habutal silk Parasols, plain
and ruflled, and with RULES OF chirioh
and yelling,
81 81 %, 81. so, and 81. $3.50 and up to s.
Fancy-Striped Taffeta SILK Parasois'
many new ones just in, with many points
Of prettlness about them, 90
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

the kind that wash and wear nicely and
do not shrink; bright, rich colors, new
patterns in plaids. checks and stripes.
about sixty distinctively new patterns 10
select from. the soc. quality ............25c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
BLACK Silk Grenadines,
Black Satin Duchess,

new patterns and newly-arrangeo prices
At l2 1-2c-For the regular NC. quality
Of China Mating. -,,..
At sOc.-China Mating Of extra quality
~ a5c%An extra quality Of China Ma
ting. heavy weight, entirely new patterns
and colors. ,.,s..
AZ 3Oc.-A much better and HEAVIER
quality OF China Mating, In full asso'E
ment OF new patterns ana colors.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

Children's Duck Caps from
f5c. up.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Printed MOusSeIine de Sole,

the seasons cotton novelty and light
weight silk and cotton fabric, very eff
fectlve patterns; the SOC. quality, our spe-
Gal prlCo .............. ............ .z9C.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Ribbons.

Immense assortment of White Satin
Ribbons. single and double-faced, and
corded edge. all widths, and at prices TO
euft everybOdy
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

Gas Globes, several styles,
were iOc., now &C.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

Few sets of Fine Decorated
English China Dinner Sets.
worth S5.9S, this week $S.4S7
set.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Dotted MullS,


light and sheer and very effective White
ground. White and colored stripes, II lie.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

s9t rolls of Extra Heavy
Jointless Mating. all new,
pretty styles, every piece
worth 25o. yard, must 90 at
i63c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Corded Taffetas,
Black China Silk,

new patterns and colorings and extra
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Polka Dot Din,ities,

Navy Blue grounds. with White polka
dots, a very fine and sheer quahty the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

the best English goods imported, new
patterns, solids TO match, the DOC. quail
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Silk GinghamS,
Real Scotch Ginqhams,

bright, rich plaids, very desirable for
separate waists. the SOC. quality. at..2jc.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
7PEMBEPTON, CORDES & MOSBY.
Some Really Extraordinary Values IN Summer

Umof unusuh app
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

Fine Rattan and Oak Body
Baby-Carriages, with double
coil Springs, handsomely up
holstered and with rubber
tires, a real $3.50 value, for
for S..
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
BLACK GOODS.

Many new ones just in, and a.
about q third less than their ~.
mer prices.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
One Lot for Special Mention,
SIPS and SI.35 Silks at csc.

Striped and Plaid Taffetas.
Embroidery Dot Liberty Satins,
Striped LOIisines.
Brocaded Taffetas (Blach
Nor old. antiQuated styles-cneap
enough quality considered-but silks q
This seasons most effective styles and
patterns. and just thoroughly. right In
every particular-that Is, quality style,
and price
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Grenadines,

many new just in and IN cr'r,v -.,.
patterns, checks. plaids. STRIPE. Ia
figures. .....si, si.25. $50. s. ana Up to q
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
CrepOn Ginqhams,
Printed PlumetiS,

entirely new and very stylish, exclusive
patterns .,....... .......... 81 1-2c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
White p. r.

A whole family OF =. K's-Small cords
Medium Cords. Heavy Cords, and Fancy
Striped p K.'s-and at every price, values
that are unmatched elsewhere
At 121-2c.-An extra quality OF Corded
p. K. the kind that you have always
paid Is 2-Sc. for.
At 17c.-A much better quality Medium
and Heavy Cord.
AT 1ec.-A Heavy Corded p. K. OF ex-
ira quality and weight the usual 26c.
kind. W
At 25c.-A Heavy Warp Welt T, X, ex-
ira weight. very desirable for skirts the
usual 35c. kind.
At 25c.-Fancy Satin-Striped p. ks,
very desirable for separate SKIRTS or
waists. five distinctively new patterns TO
select from
At "a and 4Oc.-Fancy Bayadere Striped
p KS. dstinctively new patterns ana
Justly very popular.
Az "a and 6Oc.-High Grade Fancy
Striped p. ks very new and exclusive
patterns. e.-,.,
Remnants of Plain and Fancy-Striped
ID US az Qreatlc reduced prices
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Polka Dot Lawns,

Navy Blue grounds, with White polka
dots. the kind that you have always
bought readily at II 1-2c., our special
price ......... ......... ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
GaIatea Cloths.

a Fine Dotted Muslin. French printed.
exclusive patterns .......................45 c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14

We sell Baby-Carriages,
with a large and full roll,
rubber tires, ruffied parasol,
and upholstered in Damask
and silk plush, that were
never shown for less than
SIS, special this week $40.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Three Specials in
Black CrepOns.

Mohair and Mohalr Crepons very new
and effective patterns
The usual 500 quality ,..,.,.......Ng
The usual $3.50 quality .............g q
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-14
Dotted Muslins,

fine pin dots. hand embroidered, very
desirable and fashionable.
%, IS, 10. so, 60, and CSC.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1899-03-21
SCHOOL LAW CHANGES.
Circular Covering Laws Passed by
Last Legislature Prepared by
Superintendent Nelson

State Superintendent Nelson has pre-
pared circular concerning all the
school laws. or those which in any way
affect the public schools of the state,
passed by the last legislature. He has
received SO many inquiries on these
subjects recently that he has been COM
PEELED to do this.
The circular covers the law extending
text beck uniformity to the high
schools, the new taxation law for cities
OF the drSt-claSs, the law defining the
QuahncaUons of county superintendent
and specifying that their terms shall
begin on the second Monday in May the
law providing for the disqualification
and depopulation of partially depopula-
ted school districts, the laws concerning
the sale and lease of school lands, and
concerning high school tuition, the new
state certificate law. and the one ex-
tending the scope Of state normal d.
plOmaS.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1899-03-21
WON'T PAY THEIR RENT.
Auditor Cole Refuses to Allow Appel
late Judges Rental For Pri-
vate Offices

State Auditor Cole has refused to pay
the office rent Of the appellate court
tanned an Office in his home town and
has been in the habit of putting in a bill
of 500 per year for rent In this di
vision, the eastern of the northern de-
parrment, each Of the judges is allowed
an office in the Shawnee county court
house, the same as the supreme court
judges are given offices in the state
house, but they maintain their private
Offices at home just the same.
When Judge Abijah Wells, of this di-
vision. put in his last voucher for Office
rent, he called Auditor Coles attention
to the matter and told him he doubted
the validity of the bill himself. Mr. Cole
investigated and has decided to turn all
such warrants down
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1899-03-21
MORE TOPEKA TALENT.
Two Of Mr.. Uterman's Big Dogs "Go
on the Stage"

Several hundred school children were
sadly disappointed yesterday afternoon
They went to see the performance of
Uncle Toms Cabin" at the Crawford
theater and ferocious blOodhounds
failed to chase Eliza across the stage.
The failure was principally due TO the
fact that the company didn't own ca
mines, bloOdhounds or otherwise 1t
owns animals now, however, and the
boys and girls of other towns who see
two big Great Danes follow Eliza across
the stage may thank the Topeka chill
dren for the sight.
When Eliza appeared on the stage
and the children heard something that
sounded like the barking of a dog their
faces lit up with expectancy. Eliza
made her daring flight for life and dis
appeared without any dogs of any de-
scription showing up The looks of ex-
pectancy were succeeded by abject dis
appointment
Manager Davis Of the company was
il the house and saw the expressions
change. Il can't stand this said he
Il can't go on longer imposing on child
ish confidence. I'm going out to hunt
up dogs
Il dropped the Tom business last
summer and went into the minstrel bus
mess" said he in explanation, land of
course I sold my dogs. When 1 made
a failure of the minstrel business 1
switched to the Tom show again, but I
had no dogs I thought maybe I could
get along without them, and arranged
to pay Uncle Tom dollar more a week
for standing in the wings and coughing
through his hands to make believe the
dogs were there. 1 was well satisfied
with this arrangement. Deca use / knew
from experience that il would cost me
at least 81 a week to feed the dogs and
buy hunk of meat every day for coax
ing them across the stage. But my mer-
cenary instincts won't let me longer dis
appoint the children, and now 1 intend
TO stock up with dogs"
Mr.. Davis left the theater and was as
good as his word An hour later he re-
turned to the car with two Great Dane
dogs he purchased from Mr.. H A Utter
man.
An attempt was made to have the To-
peka dogs do their turn at the perform
ance last night. but they gave evidence
OF a we'll defined case of stage fright,
and refused TO pursue Eliza Notwith-
standing, much is expected Of them, as
they are Topeka dogs
The theater was crowded with school
children for the matinee performance
in the afternoon and again crowded
with older persons and children at
night The attendance gave no evidence
that Uncle Tom is dead.
The performance was probably as
satisfactory as all Uncle Tom per
formances are at the present day. Lit
tie Eva died SO well that she was al
most compelled to respond to an encore
and die again.
The feature Of the performance was
the trick bicycle riding of ''Frutchey,
young man who shows great ability
in his line.
The company includes a band, which
is able to produce better music than
usually accompanies the visits Of
Uncle Toms Cabin" shows
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1899-03-21
PASSED AT LAST.
People Will Now Be Allowed to Vote
For the Auditorium

The Topeka city council has at last
adopted the city hall ordinance and the
people will be given an opportunity TO
vote on the question at the coming city
election.
At the meeting Of the city council last
night there was a large attendance Of
the mem bers OF the Topeka Commercial
club The organization has taken an
active interest in the movement to Sc
cure new city hall and great was the
disappointment at the meeting a week
ago when the city hall ordinance went
over for future consideration.
The only objection TO the ordinance
prepared by City Attorney Bird was
that it made no provision for headQuart-
ers for the fire department 1t had
reference to the fire department and
when the ordinance was read there was
a murmur of approval.
President Brigham OF the Commercial
club eagerly leaned forward when the
vote on the ordinance was taken but
when Mayor Fellows announced ten
votes in favor of the ordinance. the or
dinance is passed" he dropped back
in his chair and a sigh OF relief es-
capped
The ordinance is a simple one. It
provides that the council shall submit
to the people at the city election the
questions of the sale OF the city build
ing, the purchase of q site and the erec-
ton of a city hall for which not more
than $4,000 in bonds is to be ISSUED.
The people viii be given an oppOrtun-
ity to say whether they want Topeka
TO have a city hall which will be a
credit TO the capital city OF the state
and an auditorium large enough to &C
cOmmOdate large conventions. The city
building can be sold for at least $40 900
and this added to the $50. 900 to be vo-
ted viii give the city a building which
Will cost about SI00 COO