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Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
METHODIST PREACHERS.
PROGRESS OF THEIR WORK IN
THIS SECTION

PROGRESS OF THEIR WORK IN
THIS SECTION.
The Methodist preachers held their
regular weekly meeting at 1890 a. m.
yesterday. Rev. w. II. Edwards pre-
siding. Prayer by Rev. Charles e.
watts. of the South Norfolk Circuit.
Rev. DR.. w. j. Young preached to the
usual large congregations at Epworth
Sunday and took up his foreign mis-
sionary collection and realized more
than the amount assessed upon the
church..
Rev. S. c. Hatcher reported the usual
services at Queen Street.
Park View, Portsmouth-Rev w. r..
Proctor reported one accession to men,
bership.
Rev r. NJ. Chandler reported n fine
ispworth League meeting at Chestnut
Street Church. Berkeley, and n most in
teresting and instructive address by
Rev. George II. Spooner.
Rcv. e. T. Adams, OF Vanderbilt Uni
versty, preached ut Liberty Street
At Churchland Rev. v. w. Bargamin
began a protracted meeting Sunday
night. -
Rev. L. t. Williams reported six in
1eresting and profitable services at
Trinity Sunday. He began a revival
meeting at night under favorable
auspices.
Rev. r. Fl. Bennett reported children's
rally day at McKendree with n large
attendance and profitable exercises. He
began protracted service Sunday
night. The outlook is propitious for q
great outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
Rev. c. e. Watts is conducting a re-
vival at Oak Grove Church, on the
South Norfolk Circuit.
Rev. ]. e. Shenk. of the Lutheran
Church. was present and gave an in
terestinG account of his services Sun
day.
Rev. George H. spooner received one
new member at Lambert's Point
Church Sunday. IT,
Central. Portsmouth-Rev. r. T. Bea-
dies reported revival in progress ut
the mission and two conversions He
received one new member at Central at
night.
The most interesting item reported
was the baptism OF forty-fve Infants
since the last meeting OF the preachers.
All OF the churches reported fine con-
gregations.
Rev. r. B. Blankenship being absent,
he was continued on the list to give an
epitome Of one of his Sunday sermons
Mt the next meeting, with Rev. J. ".
Baker as alternate.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
DIR. A. COKE SMITH.
IN BETTER HEALTH THAN FOR
FOR TWO YEARS PAST.

TIE the Editor Of the Richmond Times:
Sir-My health is not matter Of sucl,
Importance to your readers as to call
for any line from me on that subject,
and were it not for a paragraph in
your issue OF to-day, would not trou-
BILE you. Under the heading, THE
Methodist Conference" this statement
occurs: rev. DR.. A. Coke Smith. pas
tor of Court Street Church. Lynchburg.
will be unable TO continue his work on
account Of i'll health"
Having once been in newspaper work
myself, I understand how misleading
statements get into print despite the
vigilance of the editors.
They {the editors) are obliged fire.
Quetnly to accept as reliable, statements
made by those who are supposed to
know of what they speak. AS this arti-
Gle was evidently written by a Metho-
him to be sure OF his facts before ma
ing statement so positive and giving
1t such publicity.
The information contained in this
paragraph was news to me- I have
been. quite unwell for some time past,
and through the kindness Of my peo-
pie, have been relieved Of work for
continued hia work as badly off as /
have been. and, doubtless, would have
done SO had not been serving such q
church as Court Street.
They would hear to nothing but rest
on my part, that I might be entirely
well. My rest and ski!ful medical treat
ment have restored me almost entirely,
ence year in better physical condition
than for two years past.
"A. COKE SMITH.
SLynchburg, Va; Oct 8, 1899.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
FRATERNITY NOTES
The New Court Of the Tribe Of
Ben-Hur to Organize.
District Deputy Grant Master Clev.,
crly 60 v,s,t Atlantic I.odeo no. a
a. +. 81 a. M. To-Morrow Nsrb,-
wynudotin. Tribe Entertainments.

The new court of the Tribe of Ben
Hur is expected to organize in this city
with q membership of ut least two
hundred charter members. Judging
from the large list of names which
have been secured, this order has had
phenomenal growth. Men and wo-
men are alike eligible to membership in
this order, so that the home may be
doubly protected. The payments are
monthly, no double assessment in any
one month. Its aim is to protect its
members, and it guarantees that pro-
lection by paying every claim in full
and promptly
1t has a beautiful ritualistic work,
drawn from the book of Ben-Hur.-
Those who contemplate joining this
popular order, and who have not
yet, signed the charter list, can do so
by communicating with Mr.. Frank
White. of this city. who has been ap-
pointed rs Deputy for this State.
So
Atlantic Lodge No. 2, A. Il. and A.
NJ, held its regular stated communica-
tton in the Blue lodge-room. Masonic
Temple, last night. This meeting was
interesting rs we'll as important. Dis
erly visited the lodge and delivered a
lecture on the beauties of the grand
old fraternity.
The members of Charity Lodge No.
10, X. of p, have opened up the fall
campaign. in the c9uAs of Pythianisn,,
In earnest. At the last meeting Of this
lodge, held in its castle hall Thursday
night, several applications were re-
ccivcd and acted on. Next Thursday
night this lodge will confer the de-
srees of this order on several candi-
dates.
At a regular meeting of Wyandotte
Tribe No. 42, I. o. r. NJ, the oldest
tribe Of Red Men In this city, COM
mittee was appointed to arrange for q
social entertainment, at which the
chiefs and brothers of this tribe. to-
gcther with their squaws and pap
2ooscs, will gather and enjoy them
selves in true Red Man style. This
entertainment Is expected TO prove n
red letter day in the history of cid Wy
andotte.
Brambleton Lodge No SC, X. Of p,
is growing rapidly. At nearly every
meeting OF this lodge new applications
are received The degree team Of this
| lodge is perfect in the amplified degree
work and stands ready TO confer this
| degree on any candidate of any lodge
in this State at any time.
Columbia Lodge No. 81. I. o. o. j.,
is having work at almost every meet
| ing. Last Tuesday night The first and
second degrees were conferred ON two
candidates. Tonight there will be
work in the intiaiury and third de-
grccs. Several amendments 10 the BY
Laws will be acted upon, and full
| attendance is looked for. After ad-
iournment it is more than probable
that refreshments viii! be served. to
| tN6 -i-t t,,rr l.,.4
as welcome as members OF Columbia
Lodge.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
ADJUSTMENTS.

The Turtle" which appears in this
city Friday evening at the Academy,
is said to be one of the most success
full comedies that has been produced in
this country in recent years. The play
is an adaptation from the French by
jos. w. Herbert. and ran successfully
for 200 performances at the Manhattan
Theater, New York. 1t was played for
two years at the Theaiter des Nouveau-
ties. in Paris. achieved a remarkable
success in Berlin, and is to be produced
next month at the Carl Theater in
Vienna. Among the cast in the coming
engagement are the following: Sylvia
Alice Lynden. Frances Knapp, Adah
Zee, Maude Otis, Ada Morton, John
Terriss, William McCreedy, j. +. Nc
Grcgor, Clement st. Martin, Harry
Gibbs. Seats on sale tomorrow morn
ing.
my FRIEND FROM INDIA"
If you want to get a peep into the
Iaushable inside circle OF theosophy. 20
and zee MY Friend from india" at the
Academy next Saturday matinee or
night. Mr.. II. A. Du Souchct, the au-
thor of this bright comedy, has drawn
a highly entertaining picture Of the
Order Of the Yellow Robe Of India"
an advanced society of theosophs, who
effect the greatest simplicity of life
never work. but, with a yellow robe
wrapped around them like a toga, and
a towel and yellow bowl, go begging
from door to door. Nothing could be
funner than this idea presented by the
Smyth & Rice comedians in "AIy Friend
from India.
THE SIDEWALKS OF NEW YORK"
At the Academy of Music October IS
and 10 will be presented for the first
time the new sensational melo-drana,
entitled THE Sidewalks OF New York"
This play had long and successful
run in New York, Is full Of scenic
effects and thrilling situations. The
play treats of life and adventure, love
and hatred in the great Metropolis and
gives ample scope for the Introduction
of realistic and sensational features,
together with an Interpretation of the
different types of characters familiar
to New Workers. The thriller" of the
play is the fifty foot dive from the top
of the shot tower by Paul J. (Splash)
Tustin.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
An nia.rn.nioncd Love rcn.,.

The time-honored service known as
Love Feast" which was rlgidly OBJ
served in the early days OF Methodism,
as medium of spiritual power in the
church. will take the place Of the reg
ular Wednesday night service at Cen
tenary Church. The exercises will be.
gin promptly at s o'clock, and will be
interspersed with spiritual songs, fer
vent prayers. and testimonies by the
members. The pastor. Rev. w. Fl. Ed
wards, will preside.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
OUR FEDERAL eulLpINa.

ARCHITECTS REPoRT.--NEWPoRT
NEWS SITE.
A special dispatch from Washington
city to the Virginian-P Pilot last night
says:
Architect Taylor, in his annual re-
port, states that the Norfolk public
building has arisen to first floor level;
mat considerable delay was encoun-
tered In placing foundations, but this
has been overcome.
work is now proceeding rapidly, and
the building will be completed in the
course of the fiscal year. To date
S2a,4i2 have been expended: contract
Liabilities are s144.S63. and amount
available is $780, 24.
At Newport News n site has been
selected, and there IS available for con-
struction Of building sS4,9s3.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
See top of page six.
,ctnli CIcrh,. Aa.oc,n.iop.

The Retail Clerks Association held
its regular meeting last night with a
full attendance. Four now members
were accepted, and COMMITTEES Of
three was appointed to call upon the
merchants who are refusing to close at
the. time considered fair by the asso.
citation q o'clock). except during the
month of December and on Saturdays,
for their final decision.
Other committees were appointed,
and much business OF Importance con-
sidered.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10

Frances Barnes Y's Delegates Return
Misses Evie A. Johnakin and Maude
Mosley. who have been attending the
w c. T. U. State convention at Alex
andria as delegates from the Frances
Barnes Y. returned home yesterday via
the Washington boat. The Frances
Barnes broke all previous records,
receiving two banners at this conYen.
ton. being the largest and most active
Y organization In the State.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
LADIES CAN WEAR SHOSE

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shoes. 1t makes tight or new shoes feel
easy; gives Instant relief TO corns and
bunions. IT'S the greatest comfort dis.
coyery OF the age. Cures and prevents
swollen feet. blisters. callous and sora
spots. Aliens Foot-Esse Is a certain cure
for sweating, hot, aching, nervous feet.
at all druggists md shoe stores, Csc. Trial
package free. Address. Allen 8, Olmsted,
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
MACON D. & S. R. CO. v. MOORE.
Supreme Court Of Georgia.
July 10, 1899.


"A RAILROAD COMPANY RUNNING
A MIXED TRAIN" WHICH
STARTS WITH A JERK. MUST AL
Low TIME FOR PASSENGERS TO
BD SEATED BEFORE THE TRAIN
STARTS.
THE COMPANY is LIABLE FOR AN
INJURY TO A PASSENGER ON
SUCH TRAIN OCCURRING
THROUGH ITS STARTING wrTJ a
JERK AND THROWING A PER
SON WHO WAS ASSISTING TO
PASSENGER ON THE TRAIN
AGAINST SUCH PASSENGER.
This was an action for injuries to !,
passenger who was on mixed train.
OF the company; these injuries being
caused by the trains starting, after She
had boarded the same, and before she
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
AFI 4! E Rsc,e.
HANNAH, FIRST: CREEKMORE.,
SECOND.-TIMEh PRIZE TO
D.ADOZIER ~ ~.

The bicycle race yesterday between
thirteen Norfolk riders was one of the
finest of recent years, and all made
fast time. Tho contestants were
Mcssrs. w. o. Digs, w. E. Sayers, D
C. Stebbins, ]. Altman. J. W. Creek
more. ]. H. Hannah, z. A. Robinson
III. A. Brock, B. L. DoDier, Herbert
Harrell, Paul Allard, l.. l. Shumadlre
and D. DoZler.
The start was made at 1925 p m.
from the corner of Park avenue and
Broad Creek road. The route was
down Park avenue extended 10 Trim
cess Anne road, to the intersection OF
Creek road to the place of beginning.
The distance is said to be almost eX-
actly 3 3-S miles. The course is over
q she'll road, and 1t Was in fair condi-
tlon.
Disss and Sayers started at APPS p.
Creekmore, Hannah and Robinson at
4:27; Brock and 3. L. Dozier at 4:2s,
and Harrell. Allard Shumadlne and D.
Dozier at scratch-4:30 D. m. The five
handicaps thus favored the starters in
order named as follows in seconds
4. 4, 1-2, 1-2, 8, 3. 8, 2, q last four
scratch.
THE FINISH AND TIME.
The starters finished as follows:
Hannah-frst. at 4:5b and 10 seconds,
actual riding time g minutes and 12
seconds. The others came in as fol-
lows: Creekmsre-second, at ASS, IS
seconds. time 28 minutes, 13 seconds:
20 minutes, IA seconds: D. Do1ier-
fourth, ut 4:55, sc seconds. time % min
utes. 36 seconds; Allard-flfth, at ASS,
&c 1-2 seconds, time % minutes. 36 IL
seconds; Brock--siXth, at ASS, II Sec
onds, time rs minutes, II seconds:
l<Nt1i Inc or .Ec n
onds, time 20 minutes. II 1-2 seconds;
b. l.. Dozier-oghth, ut ASS, 81 sec
onds, time IS minutes, 81 seconds;
Shumadine-ninth, at 4:56. 81 seconds,
time 26 minutes, 81 seconds: Harrell-
tenth, at ASS 81 1-2 seconds, time 26
minutes. 81 IL seconds.
Savers, Stebbins and Altman dropped
out of the race.
The prizes went as follows: First
prize. clock. donated by Y. NJ. c. A.,
to Hannah; second prize, rocking
chair, donated by D. Carpenter, to
donated by White Hardware Company.
to Digs; fourth prize, sweater. do
mated by O'Ncill Bros, to Allard, who
came in fifth. D. Dozler, who came In
fourth, took the time prize. a gold
medal. given by Frank II. Gale.
The first and second prizes were Won
on Rambler wheels. and the time prize
on q Cleveland.
The following were the officials OF
the race: Timers-J. ]. Womble, C. w
O'Nclll. Referee-A. A. O'Nerl. Star
ter-W. II. Ward. Judge-W. J. c.
Stockley. Clerk Of course-J. c. Wood
of Washington, D. c.
The race was excellent in every re-
spect, and. will no doubt promote in.
creased interest in cycling among the
young men of Norfolk.
The race was under the auspices Of
l., ~ II - :
| md able assistance was rendered b,
Mr.. Arthur A. O'NeilI and others.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10
wnn,nI.nrenrye..nl

The Virginia Naval Reserves have
found their training vessel. the Siren,
both too slow and TOO small for them.
ihey want larger vessel and will ask
the United States Government for one
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10

We are headquarters for all railroad
watches. We carry the largest line ir
the city. Call and see our stock ant
learn prices. The tale Jewelry Co.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-10-10

SCOTS Emulsion Of Cod
liver Oil with Hypophos-
phltes is pure and Palatable.
For years it has been used.
for coughs and colds, for con-
sumption, for those whose
blood is thin or colorless,
whose systems are emaciatcd
or run down.
For children it means
health and strength, stronger
bones and teeth, and food
tor the growing mind.
Baby gains in weight and
thrives when SCOTS Emul-
sion is added to its milk.
scoYr' s s 81 Wssfs q sssssi s.v v.;.
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Huch Depends

Crown work converts decayed and
and durable tooth by adjusting q suitable
cap. or crown. Bridge work Inserts artI.
ncial teeth where several are missing :
tiny light denture dellcately, vet firmly
70 the points of fastening. and restoring
me most naturalseffect and efficiency 3 IN
r;or mechanical facilities help us to excel
VOL gladly give you estimates
you faesimiles OF many OF our eases. y
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See TOP Of s.. page SIX.
The Mena star., 1899-04-06

ty and pair of laughing eyes peeped around the edge. Then lovely bare arm reached around fer my bundle, and, after whispered instructions that l should wait for her on the after deck, the door closed.
 In a few moments she joined me. dressed in ravishing costume of soft India silk, with puffed sleeves and all the latest London trimmings. Un- furling dainty lace parasol that went with the outfit. she slowly revolved before me, and then, with saucy glance over her shoulder, said:
 How think you this would please la senorita? do know from the pho- tograph that we the same complexion are, and her dress like a glove does fit me-"
 Please her! She'd be as happy as the best-dressed woman in a New York church on Easter morning, if she had a gown like that. And if she looks as sweet as you do in it, the caballeros will have hard time.'
 "You-you think it becoming to me is, Senor Enrique ?''
 T think that were it not for Capt Dick, couldn't resist the temptation of kissing you, just as you are"
 "Nombre de Dios! los Americanos are bold! But pray you tell me, Senor Enrique, why say you of 'el G pitan Dix" Que nombre, Dik?'"
 "Ricardito in Spanish; it was Capt Halstcad I meant. l told him how beautiful thought you were this aft ernoon-beautiful enough .o kiss and he said that if I atte,r ..:cd such thing he'd punch my hcat'."
 "Ai. said he that, the vic'crt man. Ricardito--I like better that than your lngles Dix But why not slould he like to have you me kiss?'
 "Oh. don't know: he's peculiar man. Possibly he'd rather do il him self"
 fro nE coSTrHrrp.l
The Mena star., 1899-04-06

careful what you say tn her, ous iI1l probably come out all right. I had to get out of it somehow, you see"
 "Oh, yes, you had to get out of it, of course, and, as l was the nearest vic tim, my reputation suffered. Just wait till I have my innings with the young lady; if I don't serve you out! By gravy, Ill-Tll marry you, to keep you out of further mischief"
 "Marry mel"
 Exactly; tell her you're bene- dict. But if she's waiting you'd bet ter grab that top gown and get be- low with it as fast as you can. Don't let any of these East Indians of mine see you with it. either; there's no telling where they might let 1t out"
 Hastily wrapping tine garment in a newspaper, I descended to the saloon and hurried along the passage to the door of her stateroom. Tn answer to my muffled knock. 1t was opened slight
The Mena star., 1899-04-06
CHAPTER ".

Senorita Palacios asked me at breakfast if I could play accompani- ments on the piano, explaining that she had brought a number of songs and wished to try them. This seemed a favorable opportunity for putting my plan into execution, so we two made forenoon of it, much to Hal stead's disgust, for he was more than . little interested in the senorita him. self.
 After lunch we had our chairs taken to a secluded corner of the after deck, under the awning, and when our ac- quaintance had reached a sufficiently confidential point-friendships ripen very rapidly in the tropics, particular " at seal told her of the costume af- fair, showing her the photograph as I did so. She was immediately inter- csted and sympathetic. But presently her manner changed little. She asked me, curiously, if were very fond of Senorita Dorotea.
 Fond of her!" I exclaimed, in sur prise; ''why, I've never even seen the lady. This picture was given to Capt. Halstead by the colonel, last voyage. never saw that until last night. But iust put yourself in her place, Senorita iracia; wouldn't you think it rather mean, when you had sent your money to buy nice new gowns, if relatives paimed off a lot of dowdy old things on you. four years out of style?" Neither my Spanish nor her English was perfect, but we managed to get along very well indeed.
 Indeed yes, Senor Stefans; but I did think that men never understood how women feel about such matters. r. I've almost an idea"
 would have"
 "Ah, you were quite sure ?"-sus- Piciously.
 "Yes; that you er-would be able to suggest something. Now, if I had only known about the matter before we left Manila--''
 "Yes-?~
 "I'd have purchased couple of the finest gowns could find, and--er--''
 "Given to the senorita them, your self? Santisma! Senor Stefans, that most too kind of you would be, would it not?"
 Good Lord. no! I've got more sense than that, 1 hope. l meant that I'd lave substituted the new gowns for the old ones in the box; and then, don't you see. she'd probably never discover how it happened"
 And you would money spend like that for girl you did never seel A ~oman's vestida cost much, sencr. I did alway hear that los Americanos were of money made, but ,id never know that they were eeneroso." lHeres for the first time. thought of
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quite a respectable pot of savings, which means opera, cafes, bull-fghts, wine, and innumerable cigarrillos, for several years. It takes a good deal of genius to work an influential relative In the cortes."
 His six years must have nearly ex- pired by this time; I notice the sen orita's gown isn't exactly up to date.'
 That's the fault of her blasted cousins in Manila. I lost my temper. the day before we left, when they sent a lot of clothes down 10 the steamer for me to take to her. There was noth- ing but fiimsy string around the pack age, and when the quartermaster ac- cidentally dropped it on deck 1t bursted open; so had the fun of rak- ing together those female belongings and trying to guess which matched and which didn't. If the girl finds out that saw some of the things, I'm afraid there'll be coolness between us. You see, they're-well, mixed gear, should say. What makes me so mad is the fact that those women ;n Manila have spent the money she sent last voyage on their own new clothes, and have sent her lot of duds four years out of style. suppose they think that, being out of the world in those islands, she'll never know the difference, and that they are plenty good enough"
 ''What beastiy shame!"
 "Yes; isn't it devilish! And that lit tie girl likes to be we'll dressed just as much as they do. Got heap bet ter taste, too Here, just look at these things in the box, will you u?Lthey're almost as anticipated as the dress she's wearing in the picture" We gingerly lifted out one garment after another, speculating as to the use of those we were not sure about.
 Look here, Dick; you don't happen to have any nice, stylish dresses on board, do your"
 "No, I don't. I'm carrying hard ware and stores this trip"
 Afterward the conversation drifted into a description of the kind of life I might expect to find among the is- lands, suggestions in regard to the handling of catamarans at sea, and other details of my proposed move ments; but couldn't keep the Senor- ita de Garma out of my mind. It seemed likely that I should see good deal of her before I left Agana, and the meanness of her Manila cousins made me speculate somewhat as to the effect of such surroundings upon a a girl of refined tastes. Finally an idea occurred to me. But, fearing his ob- jections upon various grounds, didn't mention it to the captain at the time. II seemed somewhat risky, yet after another look at the photograph which I absently put in my pocket l determined tocarry it out if possible.