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The age-herald., 1900-05-21
Feasibility Long Considered.

The feasibility and necessity of conneet- ing the waters of the Tennessee with those of the gulf of Mexico by utilizing the War rior or Coosa, and Alabama rivers have for years been the subject of discussion both in Tennessee and in Alabama and in 1875 the war department caused Major McFar- land to make a survey of a route from near Guntersville, on the Tennessee, to a point near Gadsden, on the Coosa.
 In 1885, when l had the honor of serving the citizens of Birmingham as mayor I deemed the time opportune to revive the discussion of this important subject, di- recting especial attention to that phase of it which related to connecting the Tennes- see and Warrior through the heart of the Birmingham district. preliminary re- connoisance was made by two skilled en- gineers, Julian Kendrick, city engineer of Birmingham. and Major John A. Mil, ner, of the southern division of this pro- posed connection Their report was so favorable that congress was asked to order a detailed survey. This survey was made in 1898 by Joseph Ripley, expert on water ways, who specially detailed on account of the great importance of the project, from the government work at the Sault Ste. Marie canal
 That report came as a revelation, even to those who for years had hoped and believ- ed in a general way that it was possible
 The project was pronounced feasible ana practlcaDle Dy erectlon or JOCKS ana dams, and was recommended as matter of the greatest national importance. The secretary of war approved this report and in IS annual report to congress in 1899 also recommended that the work be done.
 It's importance and far-reaching results have attracted widespread attention, not only in the south. but in the financial cen ters of the east and among manufacturers all over America who believe that it is wise and far-sighted to help southern coal iron and steel to go abroad, leaving largely the home markets to the northern and eastern manufacturers and producer.
 James Bowron's Report.
 Some of the advantages of this water way from the Tennessee through Alabama to all gulf ports can be set forth in no stronger or clearer language than that
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Mrs. Winsiow's Soothing Syrup

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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
THE |NARDI GR''AS
COLORS ADOPTED ED
Purple, Yellow and Green to be
Prominent in the Decorations.
DIRECTORS MEET TONIGHT i
Finance and Amusement Committees
Also to uec1-Great Demand for
Carnival Buttons-Notes About
the Work Bcin. Done.

At the present rate of progress being
made by the Carnival Association, under
the able management of Director-G General
Benson everything viii be completed and
IN shape by the opening day of the CONF
ing gala week.
The work of the various depaT tments
is being very speedily done in every way,
and to the utmost satisfaction of the
managers
The demand for Carnival buttons is
growing, and it cannot be supplied. a
few days ago consignment OF these but
tons, several thousand, arrived from the
manufacturers, and before the day pass
ed, were nearly all gone. Another lot oil
ten thousand has been ordered. and will
reach here some time next week. These
buttons are being snt out through all parts
of the Virginias and the Caroiinas by the
travelling men of the many firms of Rich
mond, who are giving them directly into
the hands of the merchants and such
other persons as are likely to attend the
celebrations or make EXHIBITS mere. Great
numbers are being sent out by these gen
tlemen. and IS one of the ways by which
the Carnival is being thoroughly adver-
tlsed.
CARNIVAL COLORS.
The Carnival mas adopted as its colors
those o: the Mardi Gras-pnrple yellow
and green, wI.scn have always been used
in such celebrat lions tne. world over. 4nese
have heretofore formed very attractive
feature of such occasions being used eX-
tensively in decorations and costumes. as
well as being worn by the visitors and
general public Almost every person at
tending the Carnival will have these col
ors. either in ribbons or rosettes.
MEETINGS TONIGHT.
An important meeting of the Board OF
Directors and the Finance Committee Will
be held tonight at the headquarters OF the
T. P. A., on Third and Main Streets. at
s o'clock The work to date will be gone
over, and the progress, financial ana
otherwise will be discussed. Other I'M
portant matters will be taken UP.
The Amusement COMMITTEE will meet to-
day at 1o o'clock at the Carnival head
quarters. "A full attendance is desired.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
A DANGEROUS FIRE.
Dynamite Magazine Burned. But it
Did NOT Reach the Powder.

Dynamite Magazine burner, hu' ~
Did NOT Reach the Powder.
SOUTH BOSTON, VA, April 9.-Spe-
cial.-Ballous Mill was burned to the
ground yesterday at the church hour.
This was large frame building. and was
erected some years ago by Mr.. Ballou
for Touring mill. The venture not be-
ing successful, it was sold about two
years ago and the machinery taken out
and put in another mill. At the time Of
the fire portion of the building was oc-
cupied by AIR. A. c Glenn, Jr.. as
cooper shop. The building belonged TO
Mr. S. r.. Gilliland, and was insured for
100 Mr.. Glenn had $1,000 of insurance
on his stock of lumber.
The origin of the fire is unknown. but
as portion of the building was unoccu-
pied and could be entered by windows. it
is said it was a favorite resort on Sun
day for negro crap-shooters, and it is
thought that probably some negroes were
playing crap in there and smoking, which
caused the fire.
Very near the building were two powder
magazines, one of which was burned. but
fortunately it contained nothing but dyna-
mite. The other magazine had $50 kegs
of powder, and had the fire reached this
the explosion would have been very dis
astrouS
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
THE IDOL OF THE TURF.
The Most Popular Jockey in America
and England Recommends Stuart's
Dyspepsia Tablets.

;oo1yo,, t,,e o,,or ,Dpo,1od CO CT
~ :,
~ 10 puollc iasor DIS lou oioaii.
lie mas achievea more u'ail ms 'n IVA
hotea pseueeesso's ensl a..ei'''eu utio
s'aIus al Grass ny nli.lse'i -.
NOT saus!lea "iul MS success ~ Ass
native country ne went 10 hhs'aild anu
now his tame as a SUCCESSFUL morse
man is on the UP OF every tongue, mo-
only IN ms country ana Enslano' ou' ~
every secusn Oh me siooe where iacii's
has round favor. -.
When Iod 1lrst went 10 hsaisiaiu a,is
temerlty was openly iausLed al, out .lie
little American played skltties Watn mas
English rivals and his victories made all
England gasr.
Having the stamp of royal approval,
society both at home and abroad lion
ize'. him, and he is feted and petted to
an extent that would turn an ordinary
,nortaIs head.
The great jockey was in such demand
socially and dined and wined to such an
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10

SNarraret J.@Preston, the poetess
DR. Jurrldn was pastor In this county az
M ling Spring Presbyterian Church and
At churches IN Danville. Kentucky,
Cha rles ton, S. c., and Montclafr, n $50;
He served In the civil war as a member
Of the Roclbridge Rangers and as cnap-s
LAIN In the Army OF Northern Virginia
The remains will be brought TO yLe1fnseo ~
for interment 8
John VIII. Park cr.
ONlANCCiCK, VA, April Especial.
John w. II. Parker. the Oldest MEMBER
OF the Accomac Bar. died at his home, on
Onancock Greek, last night; aged eignty-ss
one years and seven days. Mr. gtParher=
had long been prominent figure IN &Acco-5
mac In 1850 he represented the county IN
the Senate, and was often proposed for
other positions, but could be made no
office-seeker.
Some weeks ago the members OF the
bar, in connection with the county au-s
thorities,- invited him ito make the au-
dress at the dedica ton of the new court ~ 6.
house building. now nearly completed
The address, it is understood has oeen
prepared. and will no doubt be mace.
Large hearted, generous, and Kind 70
every one, he was a ut type OF virgins
manhood of other days.
His funeral will take place Wednesday
morning, Mr C. Gamble, OF the Protest.
ant Episcopal Church. officiating: 1nterf
ment at Oakland. his old homestead
William L. Spencer.
WILLIAMSBURG, VA, April e.-Spe-
cial.-Mr William L. Spencer died last
night at his residence here. from @ car
bunc;e which started on his neck three
weeks ago, aged fifty years.
He has held the offices of deputy treas
urer. deputy sheriff, and for the past four
years has been sergeant of the city OF
Williamsburg. discharginS his duties fear-
lessly and honestly.
About sixteen years ago he married MISS
Nora. Coupland, daughter of DR.. COPELAND,
who survives him. He leaves a large
number of brothers and sisters.
The funeral will take place tomorrow
at 70 o. clock from the Episcopal Church
The CITY Council held a specia. meeting
TODAY. and took official notice OF the
death of the City Sergeant. and appointed
committees to attend the funeral ana ~
draft suitable resolutions of respect 10
his memory. The city VIII also preseh' .
beautiful floral offering.
Miss ,,ari, Prit cllcu.
.,SPOTSYLVANIA, VA, April 9-9pec,a';
Miss Mara Pritchett, near mere. oie.i
last Frida,5 evening Her funeral was
roan She was about seventy-two years
old. She leaves three brothers: sne
was a member of the Methodist Church
at Lebanon for about fifty years.
William Todd.
FREDERICKSBURG, VA, April D..
Special.-News has been received mere Oh
the death, at his home in Monssol,iei ;
Ala. of VIM. Todd, son Of the late nus.
Todd and nephew of Richard and oscar
Todd, Of this county.
lloyd Gr;2sby.
FREDERICKSBURG. VA. Aprn
Srecial.-Lloyd Grigsby, son OF APP. 80, W.
". Grigsby. Superintendent OIL ,,a u ,.as-
Schools of King George county oieu
terday. 4 widow survives MN.
Or. W.D. Brensic.
N1!NRTINsVILLE. VA Npil Ia.t;ps
o;a1NDr *. D. Brengle died in Martins
Vile to-day of heart disease. ~ Wne ano
Two daughters survive him.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
FAMOUS WADLEY CASE
Nolle Pressed in Wythe County court
Public Sentiment Satisfied.

wYTHEVILLE. VA. April Especial.
Tho case of Commonwealth VS.. p "
Wadley was called for trial to-day ~
the County Court. and Waoiss
Blair. A large crowd had gathered ~
hear what would be done in the case,
but their stay was short common
,wealth's Attorney Fl. N. Henser an
nounced that he had dectded 10 ente, q
was because. important evidence he naa
expected to get from Georgia had faiieo
to materialize, and without 1t, under the
decision of the Court OF APpeats' We
could not make out his case
Judge Fulton allowed the nolle pros 10
be entered, and Wadley was forever DIS s.
charged from custody.
Mr.. Henser,s course in the, matter
meets with general approval. ana ~ was s,a
generally conceded after the reversal ny
I the Court of Appeals that Wadley could
never be cory1cted.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.

When The subject ''Srfnptuary Law"
was announced for a lecture At the Wo-
mans Club. The members wondered hut
few lectures have proven as interesting.
entertaining. and al the same time as
instructive as that delivered ON yester-
day afternoon by Mr.. J. Stewart Bryan.
Mr. bryan explained that si,mptnary
laws were those laws made to AFFECT
ones private life. and related especially
10 restrictions imposed on citizens In the
expense or food and wearing apparel.
Then the speaker commented in most
humorous manner on the sumptuary'
Jaws that had existed from the time OF
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
OBITUARY..
Iin1vOOd BoiSScau.

Mr.. Linwood Boisseau died at l:oo
O'Clock Sunday morning at mis- resi-
Jlence, No 4l6 West Main Street, OF
typhoid-pneumonia.
AIR. Boisseau was taken sick last Tues
day, and almost from the first there
was but little hope of his recovery.
He was in the twenty-ninth year OF his
age. and was a man who made friends
wherever he went.
For a long time he was connected with
the firm of Wingo. Elicit e Crun,p, but
of late had been witl, Thalhimer Bros.
He leaves three brothers and two sis
ters They are MessrS. +. H., Watson ana
C. C. Boisscau, Mrs. G. B.TWilson and
Miss Irene Roisscan.
The funeral took place at 5 o'clock yes
tcrday afternoon, Rev. DR.. S. A. Steel
ofticia ting. The pall-bearers were:
:Messrs A. B. Langhon. George NJ.
Cease, James, E. Anderson. Baskervlll
Bridgforthl, G.. Frank Mattern. Samuel
Bigger. Ossie Watson and Willie C. Ran
dali.
Nlr.W. r. Midyette.
Mr.. W.P. Midyette died Sunday night
in Kinston, N c.. after an illness of
three weeks Of pneumonia, in the seven
tieth year of his age.
His son, Mr.. d. r. Midyette, the South
ern manager of the Fidelity Mutual In
surance Company. of Philadelphia. left
for lIinston yesterday morning to attend
the funeral.
Mrs. Bryan n1cCullen, of this city, is
a daughter of Mr.. Midyette. who is also
survived by his wife.
Nathaniel II. Tallcy.
Mr. Nathaniel II. Talley, Sr.. died sud
denly at $50 o'clock Sunday afternoon
at his home, in Hanover county in the
seventy-sixth year Of his age.
Mr.. Talley was the Oldest man in his
community. He was born in Richmond
May 5th. 1924. but moved to Hanover
county many years ago. where he fol-
lowed the occupation of farmer. He
possessed the respect and affection of all
who knew him for his honesty and up
rightness.
Mr.. Talley was the father of Sergeant
Charles H. Talley. of the Second Police
District. He also leaves the following
children:
Messrs. John NJ, B. T., Nathan II, Jr..
George W.,SJulian N. Edwin Harvey Tai
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
NO CONFERENCE HELD.
Tho Journcyrncn Plumbers do Not Ap-
poipC n Committee.

M conference between the committee
from the contracting plumbers and the
1ourncymen plumbers in regard to an in
crease of wages was held yesterday.
As soon as the committee was appointed
nv the contractors. the iourncymetl were
asked TO appoint a similar committee to
meet that of the contractors at the estab-
aislrncnt of Captain ]. e. Phillips, on
East Main Street, but at the meeting OF
the journeyunen last week no committee
was named for this purpose.
The next meeting of the 3ourneynicn
will be on Monday, hut whether or not
they will agree to this conference and
appoint such a committee. cannot be
stated.
Tho contractors are now waiting for the
journeynen to take some action In regard
to the matter. and what may be the out
come is mere conjecture.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
Medical advice can only be given by
medical man or woman: one educated
and trained i'll the profession OF medicine.
1T is. USELESS TO WRITE
TO A WOMAN

or man for medical advice unless such
are trained and qualified medical practi-
TONERS. Offers of :. medical advice" are
made by those who cannot give what
they offer, because they lack the med
ical training and professional qualiflca-
lions of physicians. You will not trust
your property to the care OF irresponsible
people. Will you trust your healthy?
Inquiry will show that no offer made by
any advertising physician can compare
with that of DR.. R. V. Pierce, chief con-
sulting physician to the 1nvallds' Hotel
and Surgical Institute, Buffalo, N. Y.
Sick women can consult DR.. Pierce by
letter free All letters are read and an
swered in strictest confidence. If you are
suffering from disease of the womanly
organs write to
DR.. R. v. PIERCE, BUFFALO, NY.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
PICKETT CAMP TO ATTEND.
70 Participate in ,iemoriarDay Par

10 Participate IN oiemoriaEDay fal-
ude-Sieetin: Last Night
Pickett Camp held an interesting meet
ing last night, at which the invitation OF
the lakewood Memorial Association, urg-
ing the camp to participate in the parade
ON the 1Oth Of May, was accepted. The
election OF delegates to the reunion at
Louisville will take place at the next
meeting. Us
Several Northern visitors were present
and expressed great pleasure OF their
visitAto Virginia
Colonel Morris desired the camp to have
the papers collected by the historian pub
Hshed- ~
the death of Captain G. G. Rosser was
reported to the camp. and expresstonsloe
regret were made.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
THE BEST PRESCRIPTION

for chills and fever IS a bottle OF Groves
TasteIess Chill Tonic. The formula IS
amy zurlrteu or each nackage. II is
simply Iron and Qulnine In tasteless
form and is compounded in correct pro-
portions. The reason imitators 80 not adj
vnrtise their formula is because they know
you would not buy their medicine
if you knew its ingredients. Groves
is the original and is the only chill and
fever remedy sold throughout the entire
malarIal section Of the q. S. No cure. no
my Pricc .Gc. Z.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10

Lecture on 'Thc French People.
Professor T. w. Boatwright viii! deliver
lecture on 1.-THE French People, at the
College, at S o'clock tonight. This VIII De
the last in the series of lectures delivered
by the professors.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
Tool, His Own Life.

NEWPORT MEMS, VA, April 9.-spe-
cial.-Desponden because of sickness in
his family, Z. J. Thomas, aged thirty
five years, at II o'clock this morning
fired three bullets into his head in an
effort to take his own life. An operation
is impossible. and he will die
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
To study German Methods.

Dr. Enron G. Williams has arrived in
Antwerp. and will spend the next six
months In studying the German hospital
methods. Or. Williams Is the son OF Mr..
John L. Willcms. of this city. and has
gained an enviable position in the medical
world.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
Arrested for 5Trcspa ssln 9.

". Cary Burton. asnesro man waS AZ ";
rested last night for trespasstngs upon tae
property of Mrs. J. Baden ara ahreatea-i
ing to strike her.
9s lnn1a 1nktRE . 0u10 q -
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
WHERE is SHE?
Young Lady Mystcrious'y Disappears
From HcrHom in Michigan.

From Her Home i'll Michigan.
The detective force of Richmond mas
been requested to watch tor MISS lsioe.1s
Wood. who has mysteriouslS o'sappet'ts
sror, ber home. No. SO Fourteenth Ave-
nue Detroit. Mich, on the ed OF last
March She wore, when last seen. biack
serge skirt with a corduroy band around
the bottom: black Jacket of heavy rousn
material; blue fedora hat, with long qHl'
and black laced shoes
She is about five feet one inch tan,
weighs about no pounds and has hsht
brown hair and dark blue eyes.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10
Fermentation Day.

I.YNCiIHuEG. VA. April Especial
Emancipation Day was celebrated here to-
day by the oolored people.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10

arrested last night on the charge OF threat
ening to do violence to George Benson and
tres passing.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets.
All druggists refund the money If 1t falls
to cure. E. W. Groves signature Is on
each box. PC.
To.THE VOTERS OF RICHMOND.
I respectfully announce myself a can
didate for the clerkship of the Hastings
Court.
Having served as deputy under that
accomplished and efficient officer. the late
William p. Lawton, and since his death
having held the Office by Judge Wits
appointment. pledge myself, If elected.
to bring to my aid the training ana
experience thus gained (and SO essentiaD
for the conscientious discharge OF the
duties of the Office. and will endeavor
in the future. as in the past, to faithfully
serve the people of this city.
Very respectfully,
WALTER CHRISTIAN. $
SAFE BIND. SAFE FIND" F'ortify
yourself now by purifying and enriching
your blood and building up your system
with Hoods Sarsaparilla and you may
expect good health throughout the CONF
ing season.
All Liver Ills are cured by Hoods Ptlla.'
Do
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10

All Liver Ills are cured by Hoods Pills..
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-04-10

Mr.. Thomas r. Duke, who left here
several weeks ago to join the army, has
been appointed ranking corporal in the
company. His company has left New
York for Manila via San Francisco and
Pacific Ocean. The recruits will be at
the Preside. San Francisco, Cal. until
sailing.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-09-21
City and Suburban Property
for Sale by MclIhany &
HjIIearV.

lst. A delightful home, large brick resi-
dence. ali modern cOnveniences. close to car
line. Everything in nice condition. owner
will accept much less than cost.i
End. A most attractive suburban proper
tv. 4 acres of land, excellent orchard 'f
Choice fruit. fine garden, frame dwelling,
stable, about $500 recently spent1n improve
ments electric line within y block. This Is
a choice place, $f,OOO.
srd. 100 acres, Immediately on the edge of
city having an eastern exposure, Wnlcn we
can sell off in 5, 10 or 20 acre lCtS, at nSureS
that will induce the building OF SUBURBAN
homes.
4th. IS select building lots in good part of
city. owner anxious 10 ciose ou' Cii' l'ioo
ertv.
9Th. Very desirable frame residence,
beautifuI location, everything about the
| nronerty carefully and attractively con-
structed. Prompt sale important.
9Th. within one block of street car and
close to the park is a home we OFFER Tor sale
account OF owner ,eayg t and ciI 9 good
| renair The lot has upon 1t some fine fru1t
ST 600 will buy this now.
! 7tb. Very good property. Good as home
ond an Investments room house with
| Garden some fruit, blocks of street car
| line: $3.50 was the price, but an OFFER OF $115
| NAV buy it. Should rent for " per month.
| Desirable frame dwelling On Sears Hill, good
| Iocation and nice property. Very cheap al
$3.50.
9th. Small brick dwelling and large lot on
| o,o"tric line Assessed value 81 900. Will
submit $780,
| cartainly this is an opportune time to buy
| q home Will make up full list upon applt
| cation Call at our office FOR ln1OrmaIlon
SEP at MClLHANY u HILLEAkY. 4
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-09-21
Death Of Col. Peyton.

Col Thomas Green Peyton, the we'll
known insurance man, died at III
o'clock Monday night after brlel Ill
ness. He was as we'll as usual during
the day and was at his Office. About
a O'Clock he was taken ill. He was
carried to his home and medical ala
summoned, but he sank rapidly. COL
Peyton was born in Culpeper, but ne
had lived nearly all his life IN Rich
mond, He was the senior member OF
the firm of T. G. Peyton & Son, lnsur
apce agents. Col. Peyton was al
alumnus of the University OF Virginia
and was a cultured gentleman. III
was a gallant Confederate soldier
having been lieutenant colonel OF tn
18th Va. Regiment.
Col. Peyton is survived by his VII
and one daughter, Mrs. w. L. Gravatt
of Charles Town, w. Va, and tw
sons, Randolph and Bernard Peyto1
Of this city, Richmond News.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-09-21
PROSPERITY THE LAST DITCH.

The Republican party Is falling back
on Prosperity as the last ditch in the
redemption of the promises made.
I'VE promised the country prosperity"
says their platform. and OF course II
had to come; but those other PROMISES
where are they? Peace and prosperl-
tv are landmarks. Wars, pestllences
and famines go together, how then
can we have abiding prosperity when
We are In the midst of wars, and the
number of them increasingly Ii NC
Kinleyism can bring about prosperity
it can maintain it. 1t has not main
tanned it. Possibly the promises Of
the party are like those in the almanac
which say it will rain tomorrow. II
one drop of rain falls tho promise II
fulfilled. If any branch of business
has prospered then all promises as u
prosperity have been redeemed. U
couse the Trusts prospered; everybod.
knew they would; the Dingley Bill wa
enacted for that purpose. competition
was taken away that they might blee
the people and recoup the money the
had paid to help elect Mckinley. Blu
what of the agricultural interest
have they fiourishedf Not at all. A
we write wheat is not bringing owe
65 cents. The farmer who would vot
, the Republican ticket ON account {
prosperity to his class would be ver
simple creature indeed.