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Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
BRAIN BLETON.

A quiet but pretty wedding was cele-
brated at the home of the brides
brother-in-la law. Mr. j. w. Morrisett,
No. 1872 North Reservoir avenue. at 1880
o'clock last night, when Miss Estelle
McClenan became the bride OF Mr.. r.
l.. Lash. OF Newport News. The cere-
mony was performed by Rev. George
Wesley Jones. of Trinity NJ. e. church.
In the presence of only the immediate
relatives of the bride and groom. The
wedding march was played by Miss
Opel Morrisett, niece of the bride. AT
the conclusion of the nuptials Mr.. and
Mrs. Lash left amid n shower of rice
for their home in Newport News.
The recital given by Mrs. Dalby's
music school at I<irn hall last night
was great success and much enjoy
cd by the large audience present. The
program as published in yesterdays
Virginian- Pilot was carried out. and
each number received with marked APP
probation. A number of the young
ladies were the recipients of bouquets
of beautiful flowers, which were grace
fully presented by Mr.. V. c. Dalby.
Auxiliary No. 3 will meet wednesday
evening with Miss Tayloe. on Bramble
ton avenue. Every member is request
cd to be present.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
SOME GREAT QUESTIONS FOR THE
CONVENTION TO DISPOSE OF.
The Regulation of Suffrage Reduction of the Offices Division
Of the School Tax Paid by the Two Races-To Reor-
ganize the Judiciary System

1t is thought by many that the con-
vention will provide for district at
torneyS" instead of commemorative at
torneys. Many of the lawyers who
represent the state are very poorly
paid, and some have but little work to
the state up into districts. each one to
have about 100000 population. and to
provide for state attorney for each
district. This scheme. however. has its
objections, and 1t will meet with oppo-
sition that may defeat It. 1t is claim
ed. for instance. that, as rule, q
lawyer prosecuting case for the COM
monwealth should be resident of the
county in which the prosecution takes
place.
Another feature of the convention
will be the proposition to divide the
taxes paid by the two races. In other
words, the plan is to apply to the col
ored schools only the taxes paid the
colored people, and to use the school
taxes paid by whites exclusively for
the support of the white schools. This
proposition is going to meet with very
serious opposition. Some of the ableSt
men in the state will fight it. On the
other side will be arranged some of the
wisest statesmen in Virginia. This is
n question that has been agitated for
years. The late Colonel Frank G. Ruff
fin was an earnest advocate of divid-
ing the school taxes. The colored peo-
pie pay very small percentage of the
taxes that go TO support their schools.
The effect of the proposed new or
ganic law upon corporations is mat
ter that interests many. 1t is believed
the convention will be composed very
largely of men of conservatism, and
that the business interests of the state
will not suffer at their hands. There
will be in the convention some of the
abest lawyers and most successful
business men In the commonwealth.
These people arc not likely to adopt
any provision in the organic law that
will be calculated to drive away capt.
tai
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
CONGRESS ARRANGES
TO DO BUSINESS
Continued from Page 1.

brtgadier generals. United States army,
Tor the purpose of placing them upon
the retired list.
Other amendments are:
The increase of the officers of artil-
lery shall be in proportion to the in
crease OF the number of men.
The adjutant general shall have the
rank of major general during the ac-
tive service of the present incumbent,
and thereafter the rank of brigadier
general.
STAFF positions is stricken out.
The surgeon general is authorized in
emergencies to appoint as many con-
tract surgeons as may be necessary.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05

dress to Di. l.: w Knapp. I9i Hull
Bldg. Detroit, Mich, and he vii gladly
50 That any man may easily cure eoi himself
rous OFFER and the following extracts
taken from his daily mail show, what men
think of his generosity.
Dear Sir.-Plcasc accept my sincere
thanks for yours of recent date. | have
given your treatment thorough test
and the benefit has been extraordinary
It has completely braced me up. | am
just as vigorous ms when boy and you
cannot realize how happy 1 am"
>" Dear Sir;nfour method worked beau,
ufuly. Results were exactly what |
needed. Strength and yigor have COM
pletely returned ana enlargement is en-
tirely satisfactory"
Dear Sir:-Yours was received and /
had no trouble making use of the receipt
as directed and can truthfuly say Ii is
boon to weak men am greatly inn
proved In size, strength and vigor.'
All correspondents is strictly contdcn-
tial mailed in plain sealed envelope,
The receipts is free for the asking and
hc wants every man 10 have ii.
Sel9,wc II.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
(From the Richmond Times.)

The great fight in the constitutional
convention will be over the proposition
to reduce the number of officers.
1t is hardly to be expected that there
will be any serious opposition to the
plan proposed to restrict suffrage. In
fact. it seems to be generally conceded
that the convention will be practical
ly unanimous in it's position on this
subject. There may be n surprise.
however, for some man may rise up
and offer q solution of this problem
that has not heretofore been suggest
ed.
But as already stated, the real fea-
ture of the convention will be the fight
to cut down expenses by reducing the
number of offices. An effort will be
made to combine the offices of sheriff
and treasurer. That is. to have one Of
fetal discharge the duties that now be-
long to two men. Under former con-
situations the sheriff used to act as
treasurer. This proposed change in the
organic law will be hard fought. AS n
rule. the sheriffs and the treasurers
will oppose 1t. Not all of them will do
so, however, for there are some who
think It would be really to the best in
terest of the commonwealth for the Of
fees to be combined.
The Encouragement of the judiciary
system will be a knotty problem. There
is no doubt that the convention will
make very radical changes. In all
probability, the county courts will be
abolished, the number of circuit courts
enlarged and the pay of the Judges in
creased. This is n subject that is now
engaging the attention of the ablest
lawyers and statesmen in Virginia. 1t
is q fact generally conceded that our
court system is n very costly one, and
1t is Anticipated in many particulars.
Should county courts be abolished,
there will probably be provision made
for the boards OF supervisors to trans
act considerable business that is now
disposed of by the courts.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
BRIEF ITEMS OF INTEREST.

Drs. II. c. Bradford and NJ. o. Burk.
holder. who have been doing business
under the style OF the Norfolk Dental
Parlors. have dissolved partnership.
There will be match game of foot
ball at the baseball park between the
Norfolk High school and the Norfolk
Academy eleven on Thursday. Deem
Der 9th.
II. E. Hodgson &c Son have been
awarded the contract for moving the
organ from the old Cumberland Street
M. Il. church 10 the new church. They
began the work Monday. which will
probably be completed by Sunday next
Mr.. L.. o. Lambert invites all his
friends to attend n free oyster roast
given by him at his place, 81 Brewer
street. this evening.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
INSURES LOVE AND A HAP
Ply HOME FOR ALL.

How any man may quickly cure himself
attire years of suffering from sexual
Weakness, lost vitality, night losses
varicocclc, etc. and enlarge small
weak organs to full size and vigor
Simply send your name and ad
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
ATLANTIC CITY.

a meeting of the Silver Cross Circle
OF the Kings Daughters was held yes
terday at the residence of Mrs. Wright.
on Olney road. The following officers
were elected: Mrs. Hope. leader; Mrs.
Camp. vice-le leader: Mrs. Burgess, sec
rotary; Mrs. Wright. treasurer; Mrs.
White, representative.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
zh 9 Sgassazy
OF the B@Gk

That Is where some people feel
weak all the time.
They are likely to be respondent
and 1t is not unusual 10 find them
borrowing trouble as If they hadn't
enough already.
The fact is their kidneys are weak,
either naturally or because of sickness.
exposure, worry or other influences.
am thankful to say" writes j. l.. Camp
bell. of Sycamore ILL.,. that Hoods Sarsapa-
rilla has cured me. For many years was
troubled with backache. At times 1 was SO
bad had to be helped from the bed or chair.
am now well and strong and free from pain"
What this great medicine did for him 10 has
done for others
E0O@'0 S0seS@@as.sAEa
Promises to cure and keeps the
promise. Begin treatment with
Hoods today.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05
FRUIT CAKE.
This is the Place to
Buy Material.

1907 pkg. Currants (Vigilant brandt 121sc
Light weight Currants ..................1O c
1907. pkg. Seeded Raisins .12l5c
Light weight Raisins ..................lO c
Shellcd Almonds ...... ..................40 c
Paper Shell Almonds ....... .......2O zoe
Best quality Mixed Nuts $500. .......15c
Shredded Cocoanut ...... .............12l4c
New Fancy Dates ........ ......... .10c pkg
5-lb crock Pure Fruit Preserves go. soc
Best quality Iince Meat ...... ........1Oc
Robin Hood Slice Beets $500. .12lkc. can
Evaporated Apricots $3.50. ..........1oc lb
Evaporated Whole Apples ........ 12Hc. ID
Evaporated Peaches ................1 0c. lb
Evaporatcd Pears. extra fine .12Iac
Maccaroni ........ 800. ...........5c. pkg
George &c Cos. Wcstphala Hams ....15c
Best Baltimore Lard ... .............9 &c
Best quality Mocha and Java Coffee. SOC
Quaker Oats ...... ..........loc phg
New Spots. Maokerel. Mullcts, N. C.
Roe HcrringJ
The finest line of Preserves in the city
Come and see for yourself.
We want your patronage.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-12-05

Every flower path does not lead TO
comes along should not be accepted.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1900-08-11
AN OLD DEACON DEAD.

AZ his residence. Malvern Hill, King
and Queen Co., Va. on July 4th, 1900.
Deacon Thornton passed gently away
having pesrly.completed his e0th year.
More than thirty years ago he enter
ed the army OF the Gross and valiau tly
held up the banner until the summons
came calling him home. For twenty
three years az deacon he tried faith
fully to perform his duties in that Of
nee. He was twice married ami bv
his first wife bad nj, children, six Of
which lived tn be grown, but three only
together with twenty-tbree grand chill.
dren survive him. Kind and loving to
all, faithful and true to his principles,
We feel IS IL he goes as ripe fruit,
plucked. ready fer use and may he re.
eeive an abundant reward in the king
dom of the Lord, our God.
ssGood night beloved one, sleep en- and
take thy rest.
Lay down thy head upon thy Savior's
breast,
We love thee we'll but Jesus loves thee
best.
Good night, good night good uIght.
HIS WIFE.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1900-08-11

both testimonies were alike. the laster
having found . cut on Dolemap's head
an inch and . half long. which he
dressed.
Robert coleman, o brother OF the
man who did the shooting returned to
the gas works ia time TO see Morse at
lacking his brother, and heard Morse
say he would kill him; saw Morse
strike his brother. who was retreating
and who after being Knocked down, fc-
ed shot. Morse continued the sd-
vance, and after the third shet, Morse
again knocked his brother down; and
when witness went to his brothers as
sistsnce, Morse struck him on the
hand. IL required three men to pull
morso OF coleman after he had been
twice shot.
Henry Blunt lie another witness who
testified in the case. Mr.. Harper,
counsel for coleman, asked for the
discharge of the prisoner, and John
Thomas Baird (msyor) granted the re-
quest.
Coroner's jury was composed or such
men fro a whom nothing more could
be- expected Jury: Jim Schrweder,
Jack Abbott, Hill Hall, Jake. Anderson,
Bob Duke and Wick Archer.
The Rev. d. 2. Seston, pastor Of
Emanuel A. M. E. Church will preach
sermon to the colored eitizens of
Portsmouth Sunday night ut 8 o'clock.
Mr.. David Driver arrived home Sun
day from New York. He does not
like the place.
THEoDo8E E. d. NASH.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1900-08-11
A WEEKS NEWS CONDENSED.
Thmr.day. Aug. 2.

Mrs. WI Ting Fang, wife of the Chi
nsse minister. and her son are at Cape
May for two weeks stay.
In Paris a French anarchist named
Francois Salson made an unsuccessful
attempt to kin the shah OF Persia.
Gen. Gordon, commander of the Con-
federate Veterans, will attend Chi
cago's G. a r. meeting as a special
guest.
Alexander Jester, the octogenarian.
was acquitted for the second time. at
New London, Mo-. of the murder of
Gilbert Gates in 1871.
Ex-Governor Roger wolcott. of
Massachusetts, has accepted the post
OF ambassador to Italy, and will as
sumo Office in the fall
Paul Warner and Martha Hendricks.
clippers, pursued by the girls father,
were drowned while crossing the Cur
rant river in Missouri. The father has
become insane.
Friday, Aug. 3.
At Wynnewood, L T., Mrs. B. l..
Millard was burned to death. Cause.
lighting fire with kerosene.
In the election for governor held i'm
the Choctaw Nation Wednesday Judge
- W ONhSSs OhOON, vas
The Norris family, at Harvey. Ills.
were poisoned by eating mushrooms
In which were secreted small black
bugs. Three died.
Sixteen-year-old Ella Regain, escaped
from Chicago correctional institution
and recaptured, jumped from a train
near Ottawa, Ills, and was killed.
Intense heat has prevailed over
South Dakota for five days. The tenn
perature has ranged from 90 to 104.
In Bismarck, S. D., it was 105. Work
IN harvest fields has been interrupted.
Saturday, Aug. 4.
Postmaster General Smith and Sen
ator Fairbanks are scheduled for cam
paign speeches in Maine.
At Woodsville, r. l., Frank Barton.
farmer, 20 years OF age, while now
ing was stung by a black hornet and
died four hours afterwards.
The municipality Of Monza, Italy.
has purchased the ground on which
King Humbert was killed in order to
erect a monument or a charitable in
stitution.
The conference of the tin plate
workers and employees at Cleveland
failed to reach an agreement aud an
adjournment was taken without time
or place being selected.
Monday, Aug. O.
The population OF Buffalo is 352.21e
against 255,6e4 in 1890 and 1861 in
1880.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1900-08-11
FROM NORFOLK.

The accomplished daughter in ovsr.
ture OF Mr.. and Mrs. g. W. Kelley wrs
married at Butte st. Baptist Church,
June 9th, 1t o'clock, to Mr.. J. +.
Leigh, formerly of Ely City, N. O. but
nom of Edenton, N. @. Rev. r. h.
Bolding officiated in joining the con-
tracing pArtids midst the sweet strain
of peariy notes by Prof. Hiram Sim
mons OF Berkeley, Va. The guest enter
ed the church in order. Irie Cubit en-
tered carrying the wedding ring aud
license on q beautiful tray of flowers.
Miss Ellen Banks, eff Philadelphia,
Pa. the bridesmaid was attired in blue
organdy over blue silk, she carried q
boquet Of sweet peas, Mr., g. J. Team
er, in the conventional suit of black
entered, next came the groom, and
mother OF the mother who was gowned
in q lovely drab silk. trimmed in lace,
the maid of honor, Miss Georgia Ow-
ergandy over white silk, and carried
sweet peas. Next came the little flow
or girls, Gertrude and Edna Miller,
attired in white, scattering flowers.
Last but not least came the bride
leaning on the arm Of the best man,
Mr.. George NIGEL, Of Eli City, N. G.
The bride looked very sweet attired
in white corded silk with real lace,
and pearl trimmings, with veil and or
snge blossoms. Her ornaments for the
neck was q diamond pin given by her
ANGLE In New Yerk. Around the alter
was very tastefully decorated with pot
ted plants and q profussiOn OF choice
flowers. The two were made one I'M
der the arch 30 beautifully formed by
the 8. 8. Glass.
After the ceremony WAS over the
happy couple and attendants were glad
~ welcomed 1t the residence OF the
brides parents, 68 Ohsppel ST., where
an up-to-date reception was rendered
to quite . number Of gnea4. Mrs. Sar-
All Robinson, Of Petersburg was among
the guest. The pArlor was nicely ar
ranged having an arch Of lovely flow.
ezs for the bride and groom. The dim
ing room was very handsomely deco.
rated. Mx. and Mrs. j. r. Leigh will
make their future home in Edenson,
N. O. Quite . number Of presents
were given. We wish them mueh han
piness and prosperity In their future
life. The ushers were Messrs James
Fits, q. W. GiddenReF, EAsenburR,
and mossisett,. al 10 tull efesA
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1900-08-11
PORTSMOUTH, VA.

Six years in tbe penitentiary was the
sentence imposed in the county
court this week upon Annie Hill. who
in June last killed Edward Carney.
The crime was committed on the Spi-
vey farm, where Carney and the wo-
men were employed in the truck fields.
Carney vas stabbed to death.
Aceoi ding to the woman's statement
she and Carney QnArreilea and he
struck her on the head with O basket
BE then started towards her and
stumbling, fell against . sharp knife
which she held in her hand. The knife
pierced his heart Death was instan-
taneous During the trial the prison.
or got excited and broke down, and
FALLING upon her knees implored the
Jurors TO be merciful. She denied any
intention OF numbering the man, whose
dent.
After . short argument by Com
monwealth's Attorney Richard WASH
ington and by w. ii. Parker, who had
been appointed by the court to defend
the accused, the jury returned the
above verdict.
Mr.. Harvey +. J. Bell, formerly of
this city, but later Of Brooklyn, ia here
spending ten days with relatives.
Mr.. Thomas Wright, about 4:45
o'clock Wednesday evening, fell from
astsge down into the dry dock. O dis.
lance OF 10 feet; dislocating his left
arm at the shoulder. He was attend
ed by yard physician. After which he
was carried TO his home in yard ambu-
i, lance.
Miss Belle Washington returned to
she atty Thursday from Washington,
ID: o., and will spend short while
with relatives.
The funeral of Mrs. Martha King,
the wife of Mr.. James A. King, took
place at Emanuel A. N. z, Church
Sunday at l 80 o. clock.
Mr.. William Teasley had o narrow
escape Of his life Sunday. While
standing on the electric track, corner
Of London and Green ST., he Wassud-
denly struck by the catcher of the car
and carried distance Of ten yards be-
fore the mortorman could stop the
car. He was not seriously injured,
but badly frightened.
Mr.. William Jackson, who was
charged by his wife with beating her
numerically. got six months. The
case was proven by several persons,
and after hearing all the testimony
was Aned $50, and sent him to jail to
serve out the above time. At this Mr..
Jackson became very impudent and
made threats about what he would do
when his time expired. The Mayor
told him he would remember his re-
marks end when his time expired he
would re quire hia TO give o good bond
to be Of good behaviour or else he
would resentence him.
The Criterion Social Club gave . hay
ride Monday night, two Beech wagons
were employed for the guests.
The coroner's jury in the case of
John coleman (white) charged with
killing William Morse (colored) Tues
day last rendered . verdict iussifyinR
the prisoner, who was discharged. Sew.
eral witnesses were examined. Dr..
william Troy and d.. Joseph Cries,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1900-08-11
SATURDAY. AUGUST II, 1900
FROM HARTFORD.

Rev. W. Gay will preach a special
sermcn next Sunday morning; ub-
1eet, Peace impossible without the
religion OF Christ Jesus" He will
pay special attention in this discourse
90 the condition existing in the south.
Rev. Gay 10 quite busy preparing for
the removal OF his family to this city.
Union Baptist Church wac crowded
on the first sunday and it was q great
day for the church. Collection over
Hits dollars.
We are now making an effort to
build . new church edifice, the church
being too small for the congregation
which attends
The funeral of Mrs. Catherine Will.
Jams took place from her late resi-
-dsBce on Martin street, this city, Rev.
w. Gay officiating. She was q mem
Der OF the Union Baptist Church and
mas 80 years old.
Mr.. Frank Thomas, OF No. 2 Hunt]y
avenue, Hartford. Conn.,, left Friday
afternoon, AUGUST Bird, for q four
WeekB vacation
The b. Y. P u, of the Union Bsp.
eist Church held q very interfering
meeting on last Sunday evening. The
meeting war led by Miss ID. GLADLY
MoemAn or Washington, d. c., sssist-
ed by brothers John Lee and J. II.
Joanis. Subject, THE evil of envy"
Luke, 15:25-32
Miss Easter Baylor left on the 1O:5
N. 7. N. II. tr rain for her home in Es-
seI Co., Va. She will stop in New
Jersey TO see her brother and will slse
visit the revival meetings ut the Anti
a0ek Baptist Church, Essex Co., Va,
Rev ID. O. Winston, pastor, beginning
Monday. Aug. 18th.
Mrs. M. j. Baker, OF No. IA Martin
street, and her grandson. little Willie
Warrington are Waiting her sister in
Friday, a ug. 10th.
Mr.. Collins, No. 81 Queen Street,
vice. president OF the Tslcott st. Con-
xregstional Church, is happy over q
new son.
Mrs. Jennie Goss, OF IT'S Windsor st.
~ spending her vacation in New York
city.
Miss Frances Turner of Baltimore,
Md, ia visiting her sister, Mrs. Ellis
Grant Of 81 Wolcott st.
Mr.. Jsmes Harris OF New York city
10 visiting friends in this city.
Miss Admit re holmes is the guest
OF her aunt, Mrs. Ida Braxton, No. As
Liberty st.
Miss Nettie Willis OF Sanford street
left Thursdsy evening, Aug. 2nd on
the 10 zoo train to visit her sister, who
is very i'll at Montague, Va.
Mrs. Mamie Washington of IA Mar
tin ST.. will leave Saturday morning,
Aug. 10Th to visit friends in Provi
dence, r /.
Mr.. jesse phi Brown, of 81 artford, who
is spending the GUNNER at Pequot
Beach. New London, made visit to
ths city 10 see bis wife, Mrs. Lucy
Brown on Kennedy st.
Rev. Tyler OF the Shiloh Baptist
Church. being very sick at his home
on New Park Ave Rev. I. NJ Cham
hlled his pulpit on Sunday morning.
Aug 9th lext, Phil. 8.18
Rev. J. o. Taylor preached in the
,nyeainR.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1900-08-11
To Martha Nelson:

You will take notice that 1 shall, on
the % th day Of A2a-cs - chs rear
1900 st the ONCE OF J. Henry Crutch-
held No. 12l15< E. Broad st. in The city
Of Richmond, Va. between the hours OF
O. m. and p. m. on that ds> proceed
TO take the deposition of Hester Jonee
and Others, TO be read in evidence
in my behalf, in q certain suit in
,ehsncery depending in the Law and
Equity Ceurt Of the City OF Richmond
wherein you are defendants ana am
plaintiff and II, from any cause. the
taking the said dispositions be not
commenced on that day or. IL COM
nnenced, be not not concluded on shat
day, the taking of the same will be
ad journed and continued from day 80
day, or from time to time, at the same
place and between the same hours, un.
til the same shall be eomp.eted.
JOHN NELSON,
By Counsel.
J. Henry Orutchfield, p. q. THAT
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1900-08-11
To Ida Parker:

You will take notice that hall on
the goth of September, in the yasr
1900, &C the Office of J. Henry Crutoh.
Held. number I2llH E. Broad Street
in the city of Richmond, Va, between
the hourspfe o'clock A. NJ. and o.
clock p M. OF that day, proceed to take
the dispositions OF Alex Book err, and
others, to be read as evidence in my
behalf IN certain suit in Chancery,
depending ia the Law and EQUITY
Courso' the city of Richmond, Virgin
IN. wherein you sre defendant and l
am plaintiff, and, II from any cause
the taking OF the said dispositions be
not commenced on that day, or IL com.
menced, be not concluded on that dsv
the taking of the same will be adjourn
ed and continued from day to day, o =
from time to time, at The same place
and between the same hours until the
taking of the said dispositions shall
be completed.
JAMES L. PARKER, BY Counsel.
j. Henry Crutchfield, p. O.
Salt