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Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Gen. Lees Birthday Celebrated.

+ Stonewall jackson Camp of Confed
crate Veterans has every right to feel
proud of the celebration of the birth
of General R. E. Lee, which took place
in Staunton last Friday under the
auspices of the camp in the opera
house. Though the weather was some
what inclement ii in 10 way dampen-
ed the ardor of those who were bent on
paying honor to the dead hero, as the
opera house was taxed to its full ca
pacity to accommodate the crowd.
The exercises opened with music by
the Stonewall Band followed by an
address of welcome by Commander Fl.
M. McIlhany, who presided over the
meeting Prayer was offered by DR..
A. NJ. Fraser, after which Miss Nonye
Wholey was introduced and recited in
her W captivating way, two recita-
lions, M on Lee. and the other emit
tied, "Only a Private" AS is always
the case she received rapt attention
and was literally applauded.
Congressman J. M. Quarles then in
a brief, but timely speech introduced
the orator of the day, Congressman
Samuel w. T. Lanham, of Texas. The
speaker was greeted with enthusiastic
and deafening applause and for nearly
two hours held the vast audience spell
bound. His tribute to General Lee
and President Davis and General
Jackson was simply grand.
He discussed the war in all of it's
phases free from prejudice, and told
Ills story from the standpoint Of a
private. While Mi. Lanham had
nothing but praise for the part taken
Il the war by Lee, Jackson and the &
'core of other great leaders, be said
he private displayed more DEVOTION
bravery than any other class. His
OF oratOry charmed his hearers
nd at its conclusion he was rendered '
unanimous vote of thanks. Every-
ody left the building feeling that the :
ay had been well spent. A bountiful Al
inner followed the exercises in the
rmory. The day was one long to be :
emembered. u
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
From MiddIebrook ard YicilitY.

Middlebrook, Jan. 22.-Adam Steele
who has been quite Ill. is improving.
ID. M. Smith was kicked by a horse
last week. 1t was a very close call fol-
MIN, but ne is able to be out.
Richard SensaOaugh and Miss -
Lucas were married at Shemariah
church last week.
There has been considerable chang
ing around here this year. Among
those who will leave this vicinity are.
John s. White. Homer Koiner and MI.
Garrison.
Hubert Splitter has gone to Roanoke,
having secured q position there.
Mrs. Annie Beard has gone to Flu
wanna county to visit her daughter,
and will be absent some time.
Mr.. and Mrs. McCauley, of Bridge.
water, were visiting relatives here last
week.
John Demastus, who bought a large
farm near Deerfield, has decided to re-
urn here. His family became dissat-
he'd and be decided TO move back
among his old friends.
H. L. Rosen, Of this place, lost "a fine
COW last week by death.
VIM. Allen has returned to thig place,
atten an extended absence.
A. j. Miller had a fine horse Crippled
by smuggling his foot.
Z. 4. Jordan, an old resident, and
very popular one, was among us for
time. He resides in New Mexico.
Dr. Carwell, of Newport, Was here
last week.
Miss Eugenia Bumgardner is the
efficient teacher Of the juvenile depart
ment Of our school. !
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Notions, Etc.

Adamantine Pins, per paper, lie
Good quality Needle, 1c
Garter Elastic, per yard, &c
Safety pins, 3, 4 and SC
Kid Curriers', per dozen, &c
Good quality Plated Tea Spoons, loo
Table Knives and Forks, 81. 40. IS and ,oc
Best quality Envelopes per PIX, 8 to &c
Best quality Paper, 3 to Sc
Ladies handkerchiefs, Sc up
Mems Turkey red handkerchief, SC
beautIul lin Laces and Hamburgs, all
prices W"
Large size Cotton Towel sc
4''o4o Cakes OF Toilet Soap from 1 penny
Golum bla Mills Carpet Chang col, 95c
Heayy-weight Lap Robes, $50.
Douo os LAP Ia 81 K6obes. solid and fancy colors,
Blankets, pair, As, IS, Zoe and 100
The hnest line strictly Atwood Blankets
ever shown, $50 up
Window shades, spring roller. loo
Lace Curtains, pair. Coo
Ladles n Gents Umbrellas, SOC to 2 90
Table Oil Cloth, yard, 124c
Whlte Table DamaSk, %. 35, 40. so and 75c
Extra large white Counterpart. Csc
Mems SuspenderS, 10, Is and zoe
Ladies Black Cashmere Gloves. 1Oc
Ladies Kid Gloves, all colors, warranted Of
100 doz extra quality Ladies black hose &c
lOO doz Ladies black hose, double soies,
worth l5c, at loo ~
Children hose, from cheapest to best
Mems Heavy work shirts. Csc I'D
Laundered Percale or white shirts. SOC
Heavy Knit Shirts and Drawers, 25c.
Atwood Scarlet Shirts, 45c
Ladies' Heavy Ribbed Shirts. 121
A full line OF Children's Knit Shirts and
Drawers, 5 to Csc. W
Mems and and Boys Caps. 10 to 25c
Nice line Mems and Boys Hats, 20 to 200
A complete line of Jewelry
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Knowles -WiHiams.

There WAS a pretty wedding at the
Methodist church, this city, on Wed
nesday night at $50 O'Clock, at which
time Miss Ladie b. Williams became
the bride of Mr.. VIM. r. Knowles.
The ceremony was performed by Rev.
j. E. Armstrong. assisted by Rev. F.
j. Prettyman, pastor of the church.
A. Lee Knowles, brother of the groom,
r. E. Fauver. Chas. Williams, brother
of the bride, and s. A. Whitmore were
the ushers and Miss Matte Williams,
sister of the bride, maid of honor. Prof.
Middlekauf presided at the organ.
The bride is the daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. Thos. J. Williams, of Mint
Spring. Following the wedding a
bountiful supper was served, after
which Mr.. and Mrs. Knowles left for
their bridal tour.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
County Court Proceedings.

Last Monday was the beginning of
the January term Of the county court.
and rs is the custom in Virginia, is
celebrated partly as a monthly re-
union people of the various sections
coming together to discuss social and
business matters and transact what
business they may have on hand.
Monday was no exception to the rule
and . large crowd was in attendance.
Horse trading was INDUCED in by quite
u number and the business people of
the town appeared to be doing their
share. With Judge Lyman Chalkley
Oh the bench the following court bust
ness has been disposed of:
Samuel B Harper qualified as asses
0 of lands III South River district.
On motion Of Harry Burnett, clerk
Of the court, John Crosby was ap
pointed deputy clerk and took the
oath of office.
On motion of Treasurer Mcfarland,
f. o. Carr, c. W. Wallace, c. H. Kerr,
G. f. Smith, W. A. Wilson and j. A.
Walker were permitted to qualify as
deputies to the treasurer.
II. 6. Barnaart qualified as a notary
public.
j. Chas. Mohler was appointed ad-
Illustrator Of D. NJ. Mohler, deceased.
Value Of estate, $1.250.
l. n. Ralston qualified as admins
traitor Of Mary G. Ralston, deceased.
Value of estate, $25.
The last will and testament of Geo.
W. Livick, deceased, was partly prov
en- and continued for further proof.
The estate of Richard H. Buckner
was exonerated from paying $19.4O as
sessed against it by Geo. W. Swink.
commissioner of the revenue for North
River district. and charged against
John II. Taylor, the administrator.
7. Y. Coffey and Others filed a petit
tion for a road in Riverheads district,
which was referred to the road board.
VIM. McCue, d justice of the peace.
paid into court two fines of SO each
imposed upon G. L. Sherman and J..
". Byers.
VIM. Armstrong Kipps was admit
ted q citizen of the United States after
baving taken the usual oath.
John d. Andrews qualified as eXecu
tor of Anna Grove, deceased
J. Ii. Andrews and others petitioned
for a road in North River district.
The petition will be heard at the
next term.
III the case of the Commonwealth VS..
Ash Bolts. OH a Indictment for felony.
the jury failed to agree.
Vim. b. Miller renewed his bond as
notary puollc.
Yie trial of j. Henry Coiner was
~ertinued until the next term.
.a~ um of $55.04 was paid out for
1Yry Sc vice.
siourt is still in session.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Death of Mrs. McAleer.

Mira. r. E. McAleer died last Satur.
Gay morning at the residence OF hel
husband in this city. preceded By an
illness beginning nearly Il year ago.
Deceased was a member of ST. Francis
Catholic church, where the funeral
was held on Sunday afternoon. The
interment was in Thornrose cemetery.
The following gentlemen acted as pail
bearers. M. L. Bergin, w. f. Hyer,
Thos. Fuller, a. A. EskrIdge, j. G..
O'Callaghan, John Kavanaagh and J.
}. Murphy. Mrs, McAleer was in her
3Oth year. She is survived by her bus
band and one child. May she rest in
peace.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
MofTett's Creek GIeaninus.

Mofett's Greek, Jan. 22.-The fol
lowing is the roll OF honor for Newpor
Graded School. Grade 1: Those max
ing a general average of 95 OF more
Bette Brubeck, Erie George, Mar,
Lucas and Thos. Smiley; "a, William
McCutehan, Eddy Paxton. George
HIte, Hattie incas and Lula autchens:
81, Mary Cl-mmer, Pearl. Rowe. Rob
ert Iurk, Clyde Grail; SO, Emma
Hutchens. Mack Rrnbeck. MAYNARD
WIseman, Martin Wis-inau, Preston
Craig, Vernon Paxton, Sandy Craig.
Clinton Hite and Otto Hite.
Rev. Mr.. McClintic, pastor of Shema-
rlah and Immanuel churches, is con-
Quoting a prOtracted meeting at the
latter place. He is assist d ia these
services by Rev. G. A. Wilson, D. d.,
pastor of New Providence church.
The ladies of New Providence church
have put down a new and much needed
carpet in the church.
Jas. L.. McCutchan visited his daugh-
ter. Mrs. DR.. J.. b. Tuttle, of Craigs-
vile, last week.
w. Frank Berry is visiting s. M.
Berry, of Kerr's Creek, Rocktridge
county.
Robert McNutt. Jr., attended the
marriage in Waynes-
borO last week.
Miss Eugenia Taliaferro was pres
ent at the Hogshead- Clothier Wed.
ding in Waynesboro Wednesday last.
Henry G. Hite, Of Stanton. has sold
lis farm near here to his brother, Jno.
Hlte, Consideration, about $4,000.
Mr.. Hite is n of most industrious
Ind successful farmers.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Remarkable Rescue,

Mrs. Michael Curtain, Plainfield, Ill, makes
the statement, that she caught cold, which
settled on her lungs; she was treated for a
month by her family physician. but grew
worse. He told her she was a hopeless:vlcrim
OF consumption and that no medicine could
cure her, Her druggist suggested DR.. Kings
New Discoveryfor Consumption; she bought
a bottle and to herdelight ~foundherself ben
Gifted from the first dose. She continued its
use and aftertaking six bottles, found herself
and well; now does her own house
work, and.is as well as she ever was. Free
lr1ai bottles of this Great Discovery at B. F.
Store. Large bottles50c and 81.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Shoe Department.

MEMS SHOES g. BOOTS.
Mems heavy Brogan, solid leather, Csc
" Flint Shoes, lace or congress-, solid
leather, LOO
Satin Calf, lace or congress, all
Tiger Calf. lace or congress. all
styles, every pair guaranteed, 1.95
Solid leather high top split boot, 6
to IL. 1.25
Solid leather high top split boot, 6 to
II, better grade, 1,50
High top saddleseam tap sole, 1.95
Full Stock Kip, $50
Fine Calf Skin box toe, warranted $50
Boys extra heavy, Is to 2, LIS
8 to 6. 1.25
Mems Gum, snag proof, 2.75
Full line all sizes and styles Rubber shoes
Boys heavy Brogan. solid leather, Csc
Satin Calf. LIS
ladies'
Heavy weight shoes, solid leather, 75c
Oil Grained, lined and unlined, LIS
Medium weight, grain or glove grain, 81
Fine DOngola Button or Lace, LOO
Fine Dongola Button or Lace, all styles
toe, our leader. heel or spring heel,
warranted, l %
Csc to Loo
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Story of a Slave,

To be bound hand and foot for years by
the chains of disea Sc is the worst form of
slavery, George D. Williams, of Marches
ter, Mich, tells how such a slave was made
free. He says: My wife has been help
less for five years so that She could not
turn over in bed alone. After using two
bottles OF Electric BitterS, she is wonder
fully improved and able to do her own
work" This supreme remedy for female
difeases quickly cures nervousness, Sleep
~lessness, melancholy, headache, backache
faiDting n dizzy spells. This miracle
working medicine is a godsend to weak,
sickly, run down people. Every bottle
guaranteed. Only SOC. Sold by B. F.
Hughes, druggist.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
W. G.. Geigar Wounded.

In the casualty list received from
General Otis at Manila on Wednesday
is the name Of Lieutenant William c..
Geiger, of the Fourteenth Infantry,
wounded neal Binan January 18th.
Lieutenant Geiger is from this city,
and rose from the ranks. The report
does not state how seriously wounded
he is.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
40
Baltimore Live Stock Market.

Baltimore Live Stock Market.
Tuesday, January 90.
Beef Cattle-The arrivals during the
week 3412. The market was about steady
for good cattle, with few on the market:
common and medium grades were from 10
to 15c lower, and slow sale.
Prices of beef cattle this week ranged as
follows: Best exports. 54a54c: those gen.
orally rated first quality, 5a54c: medium
to good. fair quality, 4aa4f; ordinary thin
steers. IS 90 to S. IS: cows and oxen, 234a344;
bulls, 3a33c.
Hogs-13,s9 on the market. Quote: West
ern, IS 90 to $40 per 100 lbs gross; those
from nearer points, S4.60 to 81. So; pigs,
S4.OOto 81 40; roughs, 1915 to S4.0
Sheep and Lambs-Receipts 2,176: mar
ket steady. Quote: Sheep, 44a43c; Lambs,
C.
Calves-Heavy supply and selling slow
from 5a64c.
Fresh Cows-Fair supply; selling from
$50 to $40 for common to fair; good from
S45 to $50.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
LOCAL BRIEFS.


the Stonewall Band by the Common
wealth Club, of Richmond, has bee
received aud the boys are proud of il
Preston B. Mooney died on Tuesda
at his home in Mt. Crawford, after a.
illness of sometime, He is survived b
his wife and three sisters.
See advertisement of Kennedy 6
Crawford. dealers in farming nipple
ments. They have something to in
terest you.
Thomas Richey. son of John s.
Richey, of Fit. Defiance, while at play
last Friday fell and broke his left arm.
Medical aid was summoned and the
little fellow is now on the road to re-
eovery.
A game of mid-winter baseball was
played on Tuesday last between the
teams of the Valley High School and
the Raphine High School, resulting in
a victory for the former by a score of
q to 1.
Captain J. T. Byrd, of Williamsville,
Bath county. was in Staunton Mon
day. While on the street he was kicked
by a horse and knocked down, but not
seriously hurt, he being able to go
about after the accident.
A petition signed by possibly over
1,000 people has been presented to the
Legislature praying aforfeiture of the
charter OF the Warm Springs and Har-
risonburg Turnpike Company. The
condition of this road has been such
that the charter should have been for
feiteu years ago.
State Senator a. D. Flood, of Apo
matbox, spent last Monday attending
Nelson court, where, according TO
newspaper reports, he announced him
self n candidate for Congress from
this, the Tenth district, subiect to the
action of the Democratic convention.
The plant of the Lynchburg Gas
light Company has been sold to f. H.
Shelton and the Real Estate Trust
of Philadelphia, and R. D.
of this city. for $161 ,S28.
The price Of gas will be reduced by 5
6he new company.
Henry Page, colored, was sent to Jail
FOR Y months on Tuesday on the charge :
Of snatching apocket-book from alady
on Main street on that day. Mr.. Hugh
Sproul witnessed the robbery and ar '
restea the negro, who was given an t
hearing with the result as '
above stated. /
The new bridge over Middle river at
Schutterle's mill has been completed !
and accepted by the county authorities. !
It is a handsome structure and reflects S
both upon the contractor and a
~county. Mr.. Fl. M. Spencer en- L
lertained at dinner those who went out
TO receive the bridge. IT
Magistrates McGua, ghreckhise and '
: 0chenour held court at New Hope b
asst Saturday. They heard the "
,ase Of the Commonwealth VS.. VIM. J..
who Was charged with assault
ng Charles T. Sherman with a monkey L
= rench. The trouble grew out of the Il
destruction and erection of telephone y
,Oles in that section of the county. =
The trial ended with a fine of $40 on
10Th parties. IT
There will be preaching at Mt. Tabor IL
N next Sunday afternoon the 2Sth, at a
o'clock by Rev. G. A. Freed, of Mid %
lle0rook, Va. There will also be a a
congregational meeting. Five coun-
are to be elected. The following
names have been nominated: 6. W. y,
Jno. n. Bowman, Thomas s. TT
Bowers, JAS. L. Shuey, A. NJ. Kniple, =,
'ames F. Clemmer, Jno. D. Splitter, G. =,
Clemmer, Geo. w. Engleman, J. d.
t0sen. Only five are to be elected.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
BiSmarCk'S Iron Nerve.

Was the result of his splendid health.
IndOmitabl Bile will and tremendous energy
are not found where Stomach, Liver. Kid.
neys and Bowels are out of order. If you
want these qualities and the success they
bring. use DR.. Kings New Life Pills. They
develop every power of brain and body.
Only 25c at B. f. Hughes drug store,
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
EruptIOnS.
Anew MUTUAL PHONE in the weste,

NEW MUTUAL PHONE in the Western
Union Telegraph office, Staunton,
Va, is No. 521. County Phones can now
call the Western Union office direct and
give their message, and then call some
friend to guarantee message and they will
be sent Immediately. If the Western I'm
ION telegraph office can't hear you call No.
goo, Central Office, to repeat message to the
Western Union.
N. C. WATTS,
Supt. S. NJ. T. Co.
~ Gut this out and post Oh your directory
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26

Chairman Park Agnew has issued a
call for a meeting of the State Repub-
llcan Committee to be held IN Rich
mond on the 18th Of February. Johp
A. Noon and Col. s. Brown Allen, Of
this city, are members of the commit
tee and will attend.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
QueensWare and Glass
ware DEPARTMENT..

Cups and saucers, per set, with handles, 25c
Porcelain plates, per set, Csc
Good quality glass tumblerS, set, 12c
Ii inch Porcelain Meat Dish. l0c
9 inch Porcelain Vegetable Dish, Sc
Large size glass stand Lamp complete zoe
Extra large fancy Bowl and Pitcher 75c
10 piece handsome decorated Toilet set 2.4O
100 piece Porcelain Dinner set 6.95
:, 200 Flower pots and saucer, &c up
Lin of Fancy Jardenirs, 10c up
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Cape & Cloak Departments,

Special-One lot of Children's and Misses
Jackets, 6to ID years, worth 200, 1.25
One lot LADIES' Jackets worth 500, $50
The largest line of Ladies Capes shown in
the city, SOC to 1000
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26

Mr.. Henry Hutchinson has moved
into his handsome new residence on
West Frederick street.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
PRICES! CUT PRICES!

Ho' "nenS ne season Is over, but now at the beginning of the season and
as iog a. me goods last. We bought our stock early, and lots of the same
oooS are much higher now, but yn will get the advantage of the low p,iooo
M Is n present stock lasts. Again, W e have lots of Job Lots. GOODS
t Una' we gu at ABOUT half price, perfect goods, but just a few of a Kind and
IL IS naroiy worth while to quote prices on them unless you come at once a
tny Will e cosed in a few days. Below we quote a few articles in each de-
rune Jstt TO show you we ire lot trying to mhlead you. We cn mi
prce on a few for want of space, but every department is full.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Clothing Department.

Here again, we are c~ertainlyi in the lead
as regards prices. quality and fit, Never
mas such goods been sold for the prices we
are asking:
Chlld,s Jersey suit, two pieces, 100
Chlld's KerSeys and Cassimeres all col.
ors, 1.50, LIS, 100, 2.25
Youths 3-piece Cheviot suit, black or
blue, $50
Youths 3-piece Dickeys Kersey assorted
colorS, worth $50 1886
Youths 3-plece Brown Plaid Cashmere 2 85
MEMS SUITS.
heavy sain orS g w or grey tweed special bar
Heavy Black Cheviot, round or quare cut
Heavyweight lightbrown Melton cloth d *
Hea ols' 4aag kersey Dickeys assorted col
heavyweight brown plaid Cashmere
round or square cut sack, 5.75
Black Clay Worsted, round or son.rs
strictly all wool, 1926 N'
overcoats-Mackintosh, with extra capes.
Chlld's REFERS, 4 to 8 years, 1.65
BOYS STORM oVercoats, 6 to IA yrs, LBS
iouSns neaVy storm coats, special value.
Mems English lined tan and brown dress
Overcoats, $50 oio's
Mems blue. black and brown Beaver or
Cninchilli, 500 VI
Mems heavy storm overcoats. 40 nm
Mems Corduroy pants, LIS, 2.25. 2.75i everv
pair warranted. every
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
Carpet Department..

Carpet Department.
Extra heavy Mating, 12c
Extra heavy Mating, seamless, 15c
Linen Chain Mating, IS, 20, 25c
Extra heavy Hemp Carpet, yd wide, 124c
Nice line Ingram Carpet, %, %, SOC up
Stair Carpet, 18, % and 25c
Floor Oil Cloth, square yard, 90, 224, %, q!
and 300
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26
City Nj arkets,

Staunton, Va, Jan. rs, 1900.
Corrected By J. A. Fauver & Co., and the
White Star Mills.
COunfrv ProArro
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1900-01-26

We sell the cheapest Saw Mills, Plane. Lathe
and Single Mills ever offered on this mar
ket. Mccormick Binders, Mowers and axes
outwear ali others. Over half the mower.
on earth bear the name Mccormick" one
machine alone having CUT ZOO acres.
Brown Wagons and Brown C~ultivators
lead all others. The best are the cheapest.
We can save you money on Plows and all
kinds of Pillow Repairs. 4 full line Of repairs
to fit all plows sold in the county and every
piece guaranteed.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-07-31

keys nor did he have a conversation with
John Powers and Golden in reference to
Goebel being killed by "Tallow Dick"
Combs. He did meet Youtsey in the hall
Of the Legislative building and Youtsey
asked him to let him into the office. Wit
ness did not know why Youtsey wanted
to get in there, but witness did not want
him in there.
Day, Golden and the witness went to
Louisville on the morning of the killing
for the purpose of securing transporta-
tion for another crowd of mountain men
that was to be gotten up. The slip of pa
per found in his pockets when he was
arrested and which read: powers is our
friend. (Signed.) w. S. Taylor was
given to him by Governor Taylor on that
morning to be taken to Pension Agent
Leslie Combs at Louisville, who had
charge of the funds with which the ex-
penses of the contest were being paid.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-07-31
It Was Loaded.
(By the Associated Press.)

Norfolk, Va. July 30.--A court room
tragedy in which an "unloaded" revolver
was the leading actor, nearly occurred
this afternoon in the county court room
at Portsmouth, Judge Portlock presiding.
The trial of w. II. Jenkins, colored, for
the murder Of George Williams, colored,
on April 22nd, in Norfolk county was in
progress. Jenkins was on the witness
stand and commemorative attorney. r.
c. Marshall, was handling the six-cham-
bered revolver with which the crime was
alleged to have been committed and en-
deavoring to show the jury how the
shooting could have done. AS he did SO
the pistol was discharged and a ball i'm
bedded in the wall of the court room, Just
above Judge Portlocks shoulder. Great
excitement resulted but order was final
ly restored. Investigation showed that
five chambers of the revolver had been
previously discharged but one cartridge
had been left unfred.