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Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
The TazeweII WOman's Club.

A small circle of our ladies met at the
home of Mrs. S. c. Graham one afternoon
last December to discuss the advisability
of organizing clu6 for systematic work
along lines literary, with such social diver
sons as would naturally follow such an
organization. Many we're the conjectures
concerning the venture; 1.-THE mothers
would find no time for club work.; "Taze-
well never had been able to keep together
any such society,"; conservative men and
women did not look with favor upon any
such move; these and many other like
objections had to he faced but the few
who were really interested in the affair
who were unwilling to be behind all the
world in woman's work and culture, re-
fused to be discouraged and The Tazewell
Woman's Club was the result of their
spirit and determination. The circle was
enlarged until fifteen of our leading ladies
met from time TO time to direct their
thoughts to such subjects as were selected,
and with Mrs. Graham acting as president
and Mrs. Pierce as secretary, most inter
esting sessions were held.
The four tragedies of Shakespeare were
studied; tLen a day was given to Rnskin,
another to Kipling, one to the South Afri-
can War and another to Southern Women
in Literature.
Each member added something to these
programs, and every meeting was thus
made profitable and pleasant. The busi-
ness session was recently held and Sum-
mer recess announced after the following
officers had been elected for next year
President, Mrs. W. q. Harrison; Vice
President, Mrs. Boyer; Secretary, Miss
Jean Graham; Treasurer, Miss Mamie
Moss.
The year book for 1900-190l will soon
he in print, showing the entire work for
next Winter, and the Club is now go well
launched that we feel safe in predicting
for it rermanency and success. Why
should the Richmond Woman's Club or
any such organization prosper more than
this society of our own home ladies Why
should Tazewell not lead Southwest Vir-
ginia in this line of advanced work for
women as she does in so many respects ?
Why not "some sweet day" club room
nicely furnished, with good library and
the leading magazines, where our women
may meet from time to time TO refresh
their memories of histories studied, books
read and trips taken ? Why not such an
intellectual dynamo for our wives and sis
ters, where we would be proud to take
any woman in all this broad land of cult
ure and learning? Other towns no larger
than Tazewell, with no more wealth and
no more brains do these things, then why
not we ?
May The TazewelI Woman's Club grow
and flourish, proving an honorable pioneer
in this work so needed in our community
and may sister organizations spring up 10
give stimulus to the mental and social life
Of our women.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
VERDICT IN RIDDICK CASE.
A Compromise of Three Years lmprison'
ment Reached.

Richmond, Va, June 1.-THE verdict
of thejury in the case of Rev. J. E. r..
Riddick was that the accused was guilty of
manslaughter and his punishment fixed at
three years in the penitentiary. This YER
dict was reached at IL o'clock this morn
ing.
1t is understood that the jury stood six
for conviction of murder in the fist degree
and six for acquittal on account Of insanity
Of the accused.
The jury came in at 1915 and announc'
ed they had not agreed. Mr.. Davis, OF
counsel for the defense, suggested their
willingness to accept compromise ver'
dict. The Commonwealth attorney in
dicated his willingness to concur in such a
course. The result of this was the verdict
which was reached.
The prisoner was visibly affected when
the verdict was announced. 1t is not be-
,ieved that the prisoner will take an ap-
peal. The expectation is that MIR. Riddick
will be sent to the State prison in a few
days and soon after his arrival there will
be an application that he be sent to an in
sane asylum.
MIR. w. 5. Poage, a brOther-in'law oi
the Rev. j. Z. r. Riddick, and one Of hit
counsel, is here tonight. 1t is the purpose
of Mr.. Riddick' g friends, it is understood
to appeal to Governor Tyler to pardon
him. This probably will not be done un
til the minister has been committed to the
State prison. There is doubt whether the
executive has the power to interfere with
the sentence of the court until it has beer
fully and finally carried out. If this view
is not sustained, Mr.. Riddick's friends vii
make a powerful effort to secure executive
clemency as soon as the accused reaches
prison.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
VAN WYCK ON THE STAND.
Testifies Concerning His Ownership OF
Ice Company Stock.

New York, June 9.-Mayor Van Wyck
WAS called to the witness chair today in
the proceedings against the mayor, the
dock commissioners and Charles w.
Morse, President of the American Ice
Company, which were begun some time
ago before Supreme Court Justice Gay
nor in Brooklyn. These proceedings are
designed to show whether any connection
exists between certain city officials and
the ice company.
The mayor testified that he owned
4,2OO shares of stock of the American Ice
Company, which be obtained from Presi'
dent Morse, some of it in exchange for
stock in the Knickerbocker Ice Company,
of Maine.
"Did you purchase all of this stock
subsequently to becoming mayor OF the
cityP" Mr.. Van Wyck was asked.
II did,"
"Why did you purchase stock in the
Knickerbocker Company"
because it was paying four per cent.
on common and six per cent. on pre-
ferred stock"
When he made the purchase he did
not know that the American Ice Compa-
ny intended to do business in New York
city. He had paid for his stock with
check on the Garfield National Bank, and
borrowed seventy-fve per cent. OF the
purchase money.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
A CONVENTION SOUVENIR.
Remarkable Gift in Connection With The
Great Republican National
Convention.

While it is known by everybody that
Mckinley will be renominated by the Re-
publican National Convention to be held
in Philadelphia during the week Of the
18th, interest is no less high on that ac-
count. 1t is admitted that the convention
will be among the greatest in history on
account of the importance of its results.
Every one will therefore be anxious for a
souvenir of the gathering. Approaching
this the great Philadelphia Sunday Press
has arranged to give free with every copy
next Sunday June ~, novel and at
tractive convention souvenir. On ground
1O1 by % inches is printed a handsome
picture of the convention hall, and in the
panels appear the force of the leading Re-
publicans who will be prominent in the
work of the convention. Both, as work
of art and on account of its historic value,
this picture is certain to be eagerly sought
for and highly priced. If you want it you
had better order next Sundays Press to-
day.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
Death of Mr.. Iohn Britain.

After a lingering illness of several
months duration MIR. John Britain died at
the home of his mother, Mis-. Sarah +.
Britain, in Tazewell, on last Friday morn
ing at ten O'Clock. At the time his sick
ness became so pronounced and serious he
was engaged in the mercantile business in
Thompson's Valley, as a member of the
firm of Thompson, Britain & Co. Re-
luctantly be was forced to abandon his
business and come to his mothers home,
with the hope that with rest his health
could be recuperated. But il was soon
ascertained that he was afflicted with that
dread disease, consumption, and he steadi.
ly grew worse until the end came.
MIR. Britain was born on the oath day
of April, 1860, and, consequently, was
forty years, one month and fifteen days
old at the time of his death. In early
manhood he became a member of the
Presbyterian church at Tazewell and from
that time led most consistent Christian
life.
On the 9th of December, 1883, he was
married to Miss S. Kate Moore, Of Hol'
ston Valley, Tennessee, by whom he is
survived.
The deceased was an excellent man in
all tie relations Of life. Quiet and unos-
tentatious, he was a devoted husband and
affectionate, dutiful son. Without being
demonstrative to either strangers or
friends he was courteous and kind to all
with whom he came in contact. In all
business transactions he was man OF
sterling integrity. He is survived by his
wife, mother, two sisters, Miss Joie and
Mrs. John II. Lewis; and three brothers,
Messrs. Robert, II. P, and Lewis Brit
tain.
On Saturday afternoon at four O'Clock
funeral services were held at the residence
of his mother, conducted by Rev. w. w.
Ruff, who was assisted by Revs. j. S.
French and Thomas Mowbray. A large
congregation of friends and relatives at
tended the services. The remains were
taken to the old Peery burying ground,
near the fair grounds and buried. A large
procession of relations and friends fol-
lowed the body to the grave.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
CAPTURE OF DEL Pillar.
General Schwan Regards it as Very I'M
portant.

Washington, June 9.-General Mac
Arthur has cabed the following report OF
the capture Of Pillar:
manila, June 9.-Native police cap
tured insurgent General Pho Del Pillar this
morning. He was found lurking in the
neighborhood of San Pedro Macate.
General Schwan's estimate of the i'm
portance of this news is contained in this
statement
"The capture of General Pic Del Pillar
cabled by General Macarthur this morn
ing is most important one. Pillar was
regarded as one of the most active and un-
compromising of the rebel chieftains. de
succeeded in Withdrawing his troops to the
mountains and eluding the several columns
that were sent out to destroy him. 1t
was difficult to keep track Of his move
ments, and he was frequently reported as
being at a number of places at the same
time. That his capture has been effected
by the native police of Manila, a body
numbering some four hundred, evidences
afresh the loyalty of these men to the
American cause, so often impugned by
Americans and FilipInos."
Manila, June 8. "A detachment OF the
Forty-ffth Infantry, scouting near Date,
province of Camarinas Del Norte, were
ambushed May 20, and Captain Albert
Steinhauser was wounded three times, two
privates we're killed, eight wounded and
one private is missing. The insurgent
loss is reported to be heavy.
Manila, June 9.-General Pho Del Pillar,
the most aggressive and most persistent OF
the Filipino leaders, who was captured
last night as previously cabled by the Asso'
clated Press, was made prisoner at Gau-
daloupe, six miles east of Manila, by some
of the Manila native police. Upon infor'
nation received that Pic Del Pillar was to
be at a certain house, Captain Lara and
twelve policemen proceeded in launch to
Gaudaloupe, where, aided by a detach'
ment of the Twenty-frst Infantry, they
surroundeded the house, captured the
General and brought him to Manila this
morning, where he was positively identl'
fed before the provost marshal.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
A Wealth of Beauty

Is often hidden by unsightly Pimples,
Eczema, letter, Erysipelas, Salt Rheum,
etc. Bucklen's Arnica Salve will glorify
the face by curing all Skin Eruptions, also
Cuts, Bruises, Burns, Boils, Felons, Ulcers
and worst forms of Piles. Only 20 cts
box. Cure guaranteed. Sold by JNo. T.
JACKSON, Druggist.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14

Last fall l sprained my left hip while
handling some heavy boxes. The doctor
called on said at first it was a slight
strain and would soon be well, but it grew
worse and the doctor then said had rheu-
matism. 1t continued to grow wore and
could hardly get around towork. l went
to drug store and the druggist recon-
mended me to try Chamberlain's Pain
Balm. tried it and one.half Of 5O-ceni
bottle cured me entirely. l now recon-
mend it to all my friends.-F. A. BABcocK
Erie, Pa. 1t is for sale by JNo. E. JACK
SON, Druggist.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
Election of Chapter 0ffcers.

At a regular cOnvocation of OKeefie
Chapter, No. 26, Royal. Arch Masons, held
in its tabernacle on Monday night, the fol-
lowing officers were elected and appointed
for the ensuing year
w. G. Yonng, H. P.
James F. Hurt, King.
G. w. Jones, Scribe.
C. A. Thompson, Treasurer.
Jno. E. Jackson, Secretary.
w. T. Witten, Captain Host.
J. S. Bottimore, P. Sojourner.
r. A. Crockett, K. A. Captain.
o. G. Emschwiler, Master 3rd Vail.
in. Harman, Master End Vail.
J. NJ. Beavers, Master 1st Vail.
J. French, Chaplain.
J.T. Cooley, Steward.
G.. L. McClintock, Tiler.
After the officers had been duly install
ed and the Chapter closed, the companions
we're invited to Jackson's drug store anC
were treated to soda water and cigars b.
Companion Jackson.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
An Old Native.

A few days ago we received a postal
card with the following written thereon;
TINKER, CLAY Co., KY.
EDITOR TAzEwELL REPUBLICAN,:
see in the Yellow Jacket that you
publish paper in my old town. l was
born there, and have been away sixty
two years. Iwould like for you to send
me a sample copy of your paper. Your
place seems near me, because it is the
place of my birth.
F. NJ. EAGLE.
We have found no one here who has
lived here long enough to remember Mr..
Eagle. We sent him the paper.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14

18th, the delegates to the constitutional
convention elected about the 10Th of the
following January, and that the conven-
ton ehould meet about February lst 1901,
and complete its labors in time to be sub
mitted to the people at the May election
of 1901.
The State Board of Canvasses met
this morning and canvassed the returns of
the election for a constitutional conven-
ton on May "a. Dickinson county made
no returns. The vote cast, as officially
was for convention 1882;
against convention 66,375.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14

A comparison of General Kelly Kenny's
dispatch with maps obtainable shows APP
parently that the British line of communi-
cation cut by the Beers has been restored
by the movement of troops from the north
towards Honigspruit, to reach which place
they would have to pass through Roode-
val, if they followed the railroad. The
fact that General Kelly. Kenny says Gener'
al Knox will move out to intercept the
enemy would seem to demonstrate that
the Beers are retreating before the north
ern British force, and that troops from
Kroonstad, south of Honigspruit, have
been sent to intercept them if possible.
London, June l2.-5:20 p. m.-The fol-
lowing dispatch has been received at the
War Oihce from General Forester Walker,
in command of the lines of communication
in South Africa
"Cape Town, June 12--The following is
from Kenny:
"'June 1l.-No communication from
Methuen since June 7. He was fighting 6
to the north of Vetchkop. Steyn is near
Retz.
"The British prisoners sent to Verde
are we'll treated"
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
TROOPS RESTORE
BRITISH LINES.
The Damage Of ROOdeVal Apparently
Repaired.
LAING'S NECK EVACUATED.
Butler Reports That Beers Quit That Posi-
tiOn and Majuba-He Is Encamped
North of VOlkSrust.

London, June 12.-6:32 p. m.-The
War Office has received the following dis
patch from General Kelly-Kenny
"Bloemfontein, June 12.-Our troops
from the north are at Honigspruit, south
of Roodeval, where the Beers cut the
British lines of communication, having de.
feated the enemy. They will be at Merca
siding tomorrow at 8 a. m.
General Knox moves out from Kroon-
stad to intercept the enemy.
"FulIer details later"
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
A Gard of Thanks.

We wish to return our heartfelt thanks
to our friends and neighbors in Tazewell
for the many acts of kindness and pro-
fessions of sympathy for us in our recent
hours of affection and bereavement.
Mrs. JOHN BRITAIN,
Mrs. S. E. BRITAIN
and family.
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
TYLER ON THE CONVENTION.
Thinks the Legislature Should Meet
Next November.

Richmond, Va, June 1l.-Governor
TYLER. discussing the question of conven-
ing the legislature in extra session, this
morning said in bis opinion, the session
shonld be held about November 10th or
Tazewell Republican. [volume] (Tazewell, Va.) 1892-1919, 1900-06-14
UNDERWEAR.

Have you purchased
your Summer Underwear?
We can furnish you with
all kinds of Gauze Under
wear, also Summer Wool
and often Underwear at
Most Reasonable Prices.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17

Moore's pilules are a guaranteed
cure for all forms Of malarial, ague,
chills and fever, swamp fever, malar,
ial fever, bilious fever, iaundice, Bill
Jusness, fetid breath and a tired,
listless feeling. They cure rheuma-
tism and the lassitude following
blood poison produced from malarial
poisoning. No quinine. No arsenic,
acids or iron. DJ not ruin stamach
or teeth. Entirely tasteless. Price
so cents per box. DR.. c. c. Moore Co.,
$40 North Main street, St. Louis, MOI
Sol I by Peoples drug store. dwly
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17

The two daily fast trains on the
Choctaw route make direct connection
at Memphis for all points 10 the east
and southeast.
The ladies wonder how Mrs, .......
manages to preserve her youthful
looks. The secret is she takes Col
lins ague cure, it keeps the system in
perfect order.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17

For Memphis and all points east and
southeast take the Ch0ctaw route.
Two daily fast trains, vestibuled,
Pullman sleepers, free reclining chair
cars, gas lighted and steam heated.
For family use in numberless ways
Ballard's Snow Liniment is useful
and valuable remedy. Price, 20 and
SO cents. Peoples drug store. dw
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17

An attractive woman thrives on
good food and sunshine, with plenty
Of exercise in the open air. Her form
glows with health and her face blooms
with its beauty. When troubled
with costive habit, she takes a few
doses Of Herbine to cleanse her sys-
tenn OF all impurities. Price SO cents.
Peoples drug store. dw
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17
CHRISTMAS SPORTS.
Chandler Wins the Fat Meas Race
While Soper Plucks the Persim-
mon and the Earless Grecsed
Big viii Be Di-
vided.

When court adjourned the quiet
"tip" was given and judge, attach
es and attending attorneys repaired
TO the commons northwest OF the
jatholic church and held their
Christians field sports.
Judge Gill was escorted by ball
ifs and deputy marshais to the
referees bench but after he noted
! how mach fun the boys had in the
fat men'srace he decided to get in
the game and turned the gavel
over to Barrister Fisher who bad
been standing before thecourt ever
since the Wiley's were denied an
immediate trial "praying, as It
were, your honor, for justice."
The frst event carded was the
fat mems race the entries being
Prosecuting Attorney Soper, Col.
Marcunn, w. E. Linton. ". M.
Mellette, W. S. Stanfeld, J. b.
Burckhalter, Marshal Bennett,
Capt. White and Bailiff Coyerdale.
The prize was an original poem
by Preston s. Davis and for that
reason the author refused to con-
test. 1t was agreed that theeourse
was to be 900 yards but Col. Mar
cum and Mr.. Stanfield entered OBJ
iections. When they were over
ruled Mr.. Stanfeld noted an ex-
ception.
Captain Barker gave the word
and a streak of legal talent Aew
down the coarse. Chandler got
the inside rail and kept it to the
finish passing under the wire a
short neck in advance OF Dr.. Ben
nett. Many thought it dead
heat but after short argument a
decision was rendered giving the
noem to Chandler. Mr.. Mellette
finished third while Captain
White, Mr.. Soper and the others
were docketed in the "also ran"
class.
Ia the chase for the creased pig,
whose ears had been cut Oft to les
sen the number of hand.holts,
Judge Gill and all present particI.
pated. At the first rush the Judge
attempted to fall on the porker but
the animal escaped with squeal.
Judge Gill arose from the ground
muttering a threat to send the pig
to Jail for trickery in evading him,
but continued gamely in the race.
The little beast in trying to escape
the clutches Of Prosecutor Huckle'
berry ran between the legs Of Col
Cravens and upset that gentleman
who Immediately filed long list
of interrogatories in an endeavol
TO ascertain If Mr.. Huckleberry
had headed the pig his way with
sinister Intention"
Mr.. soper got a grip on a hinS
leg but the creased animal slipped
out much to SOper's disgust who
at once demurred on the ground
that twas not proper action on
the part ofthe pursued. E.N.Will'
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17

hanson frst threatened TO insu'u'o
quo wawanto proceedings then at
tempted TO file an injunction to re
strain further chase claiming that
he wac entitled to the pig on a
foul. The court stopped long
enough to overrule him when
Judge Gill made another lunge
and came near gCttiog a sure grip
Edeer Smith and Mr.. Mellette
had been quietly working to get
the pig in a corner but upon their
fifth failure asked leave to hle a
writ Of ceriiorara in an effort to re-
move the whole business to a
smaller lot.
Luman Parker and Orrin Rider
entered into combination with
Stenographer Adams and, as Park.
er caught the pig by one leg and
Rider by another, Adams downed
it with a twist ci the tail. Sam
Parks pleaded with Judge Gill to
give the pig its freedom fearing for
the animals life If it remained In
the keeping of its captors. de
was cut short, however, when the
three victors could not agree on
proper division and Parker sued
for the appointment OF a receiver
that an equitable,adju could
be made.
A legal plum was placed at the
top of the greasedpole and Preston
Davis, recalling the cherry tree
episodes Of his youth, first essayed
to reach it. He went part way
and wiped off some Of the grease
making the start Of the journey up
the pole comparatively easy for
his brother Josiah. Attorneys
Faulds, Blue, ConCarlos, Collins,
Fogle, f. M. Smith, Orrin Rider,
| MoCulloch, Maronm, Wilson,
Davenport and 'Cravens all
failed to reach the persimmon
when Judge Gill told them to
stand aside and he would show
them how he used TO do the trick.
Taking off his shoes His Honor
went hand over hand, higher and
higher, until, just as he reached
out for the coveted prize, bis feet
slipped and down he came. Then
Mr.. Soper, with smile, stood on
his tiptOes and, reaching up,
plucked the plum.
After the sack race in which Mr..
Huckleberry distanced all compet-
itors, and the potato raee won by
w. H. Kornegay, the bicycle race
was declared off until New Years
while the boys played a game OF
blind mems buff with Col. Mar
cum, Col. Cravens, Preston Davis
and W. H. Kornegay 'it' in turn.
Judge Tibbills also was one OF the
most interested spectator.
If ever such a day of field sport
is enacted in this jurisdiction it is
certain that the grand jury will In
dict the participants for seeming
hilarity.
Moora's nilules are a guaranteed
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17

Tabiors buckeye pile ointment has
been thoroughly tested for many
years, and is a positive cure for this
most distressing and embarrassing Of
troubles. Price, 50 cents in bottles
Tubes sc. Peoples drug store. dw
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17

All kinds Of vegetables and fruits,
and the incest meats in town at Vini.
ia meat store.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1900-12-17

-Four packages oatmeal for sc at
Gray's.