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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
THE SECOND DISTRICT.
The Democratic Committee viii Try
to Heal Dissensions.
Especial Dispatch to The Times,


NORFOLK, VA, Sept. 5.-The Second
District Democratic Convention met here
to-day and arranged the prelimiuaries TO
an active campaign.
Alessrs. c. F'enton Day. of Snithfield; H.
E. Smith, of Suffolk; D. G.. Smith. of New
port News, and Edward Thompson, of
Portsmouth, composing the committee.
were present and many local Democrats
were also on hand. Mr.. John Whitehead
acted a. secretary; Mr.. Fl. n. Poulson. as
sistant secretary. Chairman Day spoke of
the party dissensions at Newport News.
and a motion, offered by Mr.. Day. which
was adopted. rec,yes that a committee OF
three including Chairman G. F. Day. VINO
shall meet State Chairman j. T. Etllyson
at Newport News Friday, September itf,
at noon. at the Warwick Hotel to confer
with party leaders there. in regard 10 re-
organization of the party there, and tnat
Mr.. E;llyson be advised of the action OF
this committee.
The committee to meet Chairman ELY
son will consist of Messrs. C. F. Day. OF
Srniti:fieId: Fl. E. Smith. of Nansemond,
and w. W. Dey. of Norfolk.
The appointment of speakers to date is
as follows.
w. L. Ribb at York County Courthouse
third Monday in September. and at Isle
of Wight Courthouse first Monday in oe-
tober. At the latter place, also, upon tne
same dav Mr. John c.. Tilton, OF NorfolA.
will speak
Marked enthusiasm was manifested to-
fav at the meeting of the District Demo-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
.HIGHW TOOK
HIS GIRL AWAY
Daring HoId-Up Near the Home for
IncurabIes and RevoIvers Used
TO Enforce Demands.

Three, bold, burly negro highWaymen
held up and robbed, Jane Archer, colofed'
OF her escorts protection, or rather
spirited the girl away from her escort
Tom Harris. To make 1t more reaisttc
ana to insure the success OF the ptan as
well, all this was done 9e tae point "
drawn revolvers.
The daring hold-up occurred at a point
iust opposite the Home for Incurables.
Tom Harris and Jane Archer were re-
turning from q visit to the latters SIS
fer. who lives some distance on the Broad
street road They had walked up the
road to the Traction Company's tracks
and were there awaiting car.
Throw up your hands" was the stern
command OF the three hiShwayman as
they confronted the couple, who were en-
gagged in earnest conversation, httie think
ing danger so near. And the twain found
themselves looking into the muzz!es Of
three revoIvers whose barrels glistened
in the silvery moonlight
Now you chase yourself" commanded
the ring leader of the gang, addressing
Tom.
Harris did not need the second invita-
ton, but ileaGsd for Richmond, and Init
tl,s grit on an average of four times
to the mile. He soon put himself N com
munication with Third Police Station.
Home fur de Incurable. the phone mes
sage was and officer Mcmahon at orce
started for the scene of the hold-up-
When Officer Mcmahon reached the scene
nothing was to be seen either of Tom or
the bandits. The officer made a search of
the country from Broad-street Road to the
Richmond. Fredericksburg and Potomac
track. but NOT soul could be seen. though
the moon made ali as bright as day. 1t
was, however, not long before Tom ap-
peared on the scene, having lain in wait
for rhe patrol wagon, and having seen no
sign of the vehicle. ne stepped out IN 'front.'
of the officer who was standing oeh-nd
a tree-box. without moments notice
well, who are you?'' said oflcer Nc
Mahon.
wagon.
Why didn't you wait for me atter you
,phcned % demanded the officer
(. Cause didn't have nothin' In m
pockets to defen' myself, an den I tried
TO keep sight of Jane.
All that could be pumped out or rom
was that the last seen of the htshWaymen
was as they were making off in the d:rec,
ton Of the Richmond, Fredericksburg ana
Potomac tracks.
Up TO a late hour last night noth'hs hau
been heard or seen Of Jane.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06


in which the latter Is quoted as saving:
Our ST Petersburg minister has per-
suaded Russsa to leave Pelsn. You are
useless If You cannot persuade England. =.
The Chinese Minister also says he has
sent a powerful memorial to Lord Sails
bury, urging him TO adhere to the Rus
sian proposal to withdraw the allied forces
from Pekin. as he Sir Chfh Chen 10 Feng
sLuh. believes it will pave the way to a
speedy settlement
The Minister also said the Chinese peo-
pie were sick Of war, and that the gem
niness of Ii Hung Chang's plenipotentiary
powers was undoubted, and that Ii Hung
Chang was working in full sympathy with
the Emperor Dowager. Empress and Privy
Council. all of whom favored peace.
: The Minister added that he himself was
still in communication with the Chinese
Government whose authority remained en-
tire and who We're merely temporarily resi-
dencing in the Province of Shang 81.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
TES OF
NAT TI0NAL PARTY
Donald Cafery, Of Louisiana, and
Murray Howe, of Massachusetts,
Head the Ticket.
By Associated Press.)

NEW YORK, september 5.-The Nation
al partv-tle Gfilcial name OF the is-.:d
party-rnet in convention to-day in. Calil s.e
Hail and nominated candidates for Presi-
dent and Vice-President of the United
States. a platform Was adopted and a
title and emblem CHOSEN.
These are the candidates:
President-Donald caffery, of Louisiana.
-Presiden;-Archibald Murray Howe,
of Cambridge, Mass
l.E.H. tLATIF0RAI
The platform adopted pledges the party:
First-To procure the renunciation OF all
imperiaI or colonial pretens.ons with re-
gard to foreign countries claimed to have
been acquired through or in consequence
OF military or naval operations Of the last
two years.
sscond-We further pledge our efforts
TO secure a single gold standard and a
sornd banking system.
Tnird-To secure public service based
on merit only.
Tourth-To secure the abolition of an
eorruu;tn:y special privileges, whether un-
der the e11ise of subsidies, bount:es mn
=dsrserved nensons or strust-breeiinps ia riffs
The convention was called to order nv
Thomas NJ. Osborne, Of Auburn. N.
who presided at the indianapolis prelimi-
nary meeting a month ago. Everett u
Abbott was secretary. All the delegates
were volunteers. who had replied by their
presence to the invitation issued to all
persons in sympathy with the objects Of
the party.
as the National party. and that It's en-.
bIem 10 be the statue of Liberty on the
r,ap;tol dome at Washington.
4 resolution was passed instructing the
"a rnnasen committee, when shall be.
annaintel i,,s 8 TO provide pastors for voters.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
ONE MAN KILLED.,
THREE INJURED
Tackle Gives Way and Workmer
Were Caught Under Tons of
Falling Iron.

The life Of one man was crushed out
instantly and three others were injured
by the fall of a heavy girder which was
being placed in position on the Chesapeake
and Ohio viaduct work opposite the
Tredegar Works. The accident happened
shortly after 8 O'clock yesterday morn
ing. The dead man is:
LINWOOD sEAY, aged so yeas, of
Alaiden's Adventure, Goochland county.
The injured are:
3 BUCK DOBBS, laborer, leg broken;
taken to hospital. His home is No. go
North Second Street.
: JOHN, MCLEAN, a laborer, right arm
crushed; taken to Phil j. Kelley's restau-
rant, on East Franklin Street.
JOHN HANSON, Slightly bruised; not
seriously hurt.
The accident was caused by the break
ing of topping nook, which hcid
twenty-five foot boom in place, thus al
lowing the girder, weighing ten tons, to
fall as it was being raised to its position
on the piers.
me topping hook broke causing the three
sheared block, weighing several hundred
pounds, TO fall, the hook striking Mr.
Seay on the head, crushing the forehead,
cheek and chin. There was a hole about
two inches in length over the left eye and
MS neck broken. The face was otherwise
badly bruised and mangled
A coLsin Of the dead man, who is in
the employ of the Chesapeake and Ohio
RaalWaN, and located at the Orleans Street
yards. said:
Seay was single and arrived in Richmond
yesterday. He was engaged to work and
was told to report this morning. Two
nouns after he began work his life had
ended
w D. Dobbs has wife and one child.
his wounds We're dressed by DR.. Gills. OF
the city ambulance and left at his home,
No. 227 South Second Street.
Jonn Mclean was treated by DR..
=Pep!e. His injuries are not considered
serious ard it is thought he will be able
TO return to his work in couple of
days.
z Hanson is able to hcbble about with.
out assistance and stood by the body of
Seay most of the morning.
Coroner w. II. TAYLOR was on the scene
of the accident shortly after it occurred
as was also Benefits undertaking. wagon.
After hearing, the statements of the
workmen and viewing the unfortunate
dead mans body, Coroner Taylor allowed
the undertaken to take charge of If. IT
was then taken to the undertaker's es-
tablishment. where it was prepared for
burial.
Coroner TAYLOR was asked what he
thought of the accident. He said that it
was plain accident. that it was simply
caused by the breaking of large hook,
which was not strong enough TO hold
the treble-block and lift the iron girder,
weighing ten tons.
The coroner deemed an inquest un--
necessary.
The injured men are doing as well as
could be expected.
This was the last span ~ which this
particular derrick was to have been used,
as the work had progressed so rapidly that
It had reached the river where the stvle
of the viaduct Is changed. The derrick
viii be moved to Fulton, where work will
soon begin.
The American Bridge Company. OF. Phila-
delphia, the contractors. Is doing the work.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
MORE BRITISH TROOPS.
Order Stopping Fourth Indian Brig
age Cancelled.
lBy Associafhl Press

LONDON, September Cd A M.-Sir
Alfred Gaselee's dispatch, which SHOWS
that the situation in Pellin was unchanged
on August 10Th, is the only Chinese news
this morning.
An order holding back the Fourth Indian
Brigade was cancelled and is regarded
important. 1t shows that. whatever the
outcome of the Russian policy. the British
Government is determined to have sufficient
troops on the spot adequately to protect
British interests.
United States Consul Goodnow, accord
ing to The Daily News, says there never
was any necessity Tor landings troops at
Shanghai.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
DEMOCRATS GET
down, TO WORK
Conference for the Tenth
District.
AN ACTIVE CAMPAIGN.
Senators Daniel and Martin Were
Both Present.
THE SECOND DISTRICT.
A Conferences to be Held at Newport
News Between Chairman Eilyson
and a Special Committee in
Order to Heal Differences
aud Re-Orsauize
the Party.
THE SECOND DISTRICT.
Especial Dispatch to The Times.l

Especial Dispatch 10 The Times.)
LYNCHBURG, VA. September 5.-sAn
important meeting of leading politicians in
the six eastern counties of the Tenth Dis
trict was held here tonight The Can1-
paign Committee for the eastern part OF
the district. chairman OF the county COM
miEtees and three members OF the State
Committee from the eastern counties at
tended the meeting.
DANIEL AND MARTIN.
Senator John w. Daniel, Senator Thomas
S. Martin, Major Peter J.. Ctey, and Mr..
Fl. D. Flood were among others who We're
present
TIE situation in the Tenth District was
discussed at length. and general plans
Were formulated for the conduct OF an
active and aggressive campaign. The Inn
preston of those at the meeting was that
the Democratic party in the Tenth Dis
trict IS in better shape than ever before.
and that the vote of the six eastern coun-
ties would show q decided gain over that
of 1896
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06

party does promote the trusts and raises
the price of what the farmer buys There
the farmer suffers rather than gains by
the Republican policy.
4The Republican party has arrayed it
self against every policy, except the tariff
question, for which it stood ten years ago.
THE PHILIPPINES.
Discussing the Philippine question, Mr..
Bryan said in part:
'tRepublicanS tell us that the Philippine
war is the same as the war between the
States A man does not need to have
much intelligence to see the difference in
the principles involved. In the Civil War
the North was holding the people of the
South in the Union. but the people were
not to be subjects, they We're to be cti-i
zens. They were, not held in the Union to
be denied the privileges of citizenship.
They are to-day sharing with the citizens
of the North, in the privileges of this
Union and they are vieing with the North
TO see which can add most to the success
and grandeur of this our common country.
s"This is not the same as it is, in the
Philippine Islands. We are not bringing
the F'ilipinos in as citizens. We are bring
ing them in as subjects and if you want
to know the difference between the South,
sharing as she does in the gurantees OF.
the Constitution and the Filipinos weighed
down by colonial system such as is prac-
ticed in other countries, just compare the
South to-day self-governing, with the
South during the scarpet-bag period. If
YOU want to know what a colonial policy
will mean in the Philippines just remem-
Der how white men at home We're treated
by a carpet-bag government and Imagine
how brown men, 1000 miles away from
home Will be treated under a carpet-bag
f government.
Mr. Bryan then dwelt upon the principle
that all men are created equal, and should
have the right of self-government as in
alienable and as the very foundation Of
our Declaration of Independence.
MONARCHY OR REPUBL1C.
He added:
Republicans, Lam not iudulSinS in
prophesy when I tell You that Your PARTY
is drifting away from its ancient land
marks. I am not telling you something
that may be, am telling you something
that has been, for however much your
leaders might have tried 20 deceive you
about the Porto Rico bill they cannot
deceive you since that bill became a law.
Republicans, do you believe that Il man
elected President. according to the Con-
stitution, who takes the oath to support
the Constitution should then administer a
government without the limitation of the
Constitution. If a. President elected under
that Constitution can govern ten thousand
Porto Ricans without that Constitution,
then he can govern twelve million Fill
pinos without the restraints of the Con-
stitution, and if he can govern the Fill
pinos outside the Constitution. then he
can govern four hundred million Chinese
without the limitations of that Constitu-
ton.
You must then admit that the President
is without and above the limits of the law
and you establish a monarchy out of a
republic" CApplause.)
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
END THE DISTURBANCES.
TIC Withdrawal of Troops Would be
Helpful to This End
(By Associated Press.

(By Associated Press
ST PETt:kSB URG, September 5.-I1le
official Jourifal de st. Peterburg. reiterat-
ing the statement that Russia,s only de-
sire is to end the disturbances in China
as speedily as possible, and preparatory to
which the Establishment OF the Chinese
Government is necessary contends that
Military acton beyond Pekin would only
arouse fresh complications.
The paper adds: Nothing but the action
of the lawful government of China can
accomplish lasting, salutary Results. There
fore it is necessary to re-estabiisi its
authority in Pekin and the withdrawal of
the representatives of the Powers to Tlen
Tsin will be helpful in his direction as it
would be regarded in China as proof that
the Powers have remained true to the
spirit which inspired the original pro-
gramme of maintenance Of peace''
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
EXCEPTIONS 0vERRULED.
An Appeal, However, Was Allowed
Caleb Powers.

(By Associated Press.)
GEORGETOWN, ky, Sept 5.-Judge
Cantrill to-day overruled the bill of excep-
tions in the case of ex-Secretary of state
Caleb Powers, convicted as accessory pc
fore the fact. to the assassination OF WIZ
liam Goebel, and sentenced the prisoner
for life.
Judge Cantril made an order suspendins
execution of the sentence sixty days, IN
order TO enable the defendant to procure
a transcript of the record to be flied In
the Court of Appeals. and an appeal was
allowed
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
BADLY sLAsHED in A FIGHT.
assailant Uses His Knife Vigorously

assailant Uses His Knife Vigorously
on William Taylor.
William Taylor, a negro residing at No.
100 Baldwin Street. was seriously stabbed
and cut last night, it is alleged, by his som
:n-law, Alexander Griffin. Taylor received
severe cuts in the right shoulder and side.
and was slashed in several other places.
The ambulance was summoned and Dr.
Foster dressed his wounds and made him
as comfortable as possible.
Dr. Foster says that while Taylor's IN
juries are very serious, he thinks the man
will recover. Griffin has not yet been ar
rested.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
Big FLAG-RAlSING.
4 Banner That Commands the View
ofthe Potomac.
Especial Dsspasch to The Times.)

Especial D:spatch to The TimesI
ENANDRIA. VA, September 5-An
immense Bryan and Stevenson nag was
raised on Windmill Hill, on the Potomac,
this afternoon. 1t commands fine vie"
OF the river and can be seen for many
miles.
A large throng was in attendance ana
music was furnished by a brass band
As the flag was unfurled to the oreeze
there were loud hurrahs for the Standard
bearers of the party, while cannon and
powder crackers were exploded.
Several local orators then assembled ehe
rostrum and delivered speeches. predict
ing a sweeping victory for the Democratie
party In the coming campaign.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
MR.. WILSON'S LETTER.
Regrets His Inability to Take the
Stump for BRYAN.
(By Associated Press

(By Associated Press)
MoRGAN's GROVE, w. VA, Sept. 5.v
Following is portion of the letter Of Hon
vi Wilson, read before the Democratic
meeting here today:
The condition of my health IS, I regret
to say. such as to make even Journey to
Jefferson unadvsable and public speaking
beyond my physical capacity. Long before
it became an issue dividing political par
ties, took strong grounds in addresses
before students of this University, and in
set speech before the Legislature of
Georgia, against any colonial or imperial
policy on the part of our Government as
a result of our war with Spain. My views
are stronger than ever against such poll
cies. and did opportunity permit. l should
be glad to express these views on the plat
form at Morsans Grove"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
CONNECTICUT REPUBLICANS.
Nominate a State Ticket and Endorse
National Platform.
fBy Associated

- fBy Assoc1ated fress.J
NErW HAVEN. conn. September q
The 5s:tate Republican Convention to-day
8aara;aatsd . STATE ticket headed by George
,solA,, paIeIean, Of simsbury. for Governor
Urea : ,.snr s,,rer II. H. Gallup Norwich; Comp
trnIIsr - Ils z abratlam Chamberlain. Of Meriaen:
Secretary OF State. Charles 6. N. sinai.
of MIddletown. $3.50
8 The platform endorses PRESIDENT Nc.
KinIey's administration and MS course IN
forsien o,.ss affatrs, and condemns trusts which
raises prices Of necessities or decreased
wages.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
PARADE IN PEKIN.
The Allies Marched Through tho Inn
periaI CITY.

(By Associated Press.)
= LONDON, Sept. 5.-General Sir Alfred
Gaseiee, commander of the British Indian
troops at the Chinese capital, wires as fol-
lows from Pekin, August 18th, to Lord
George Hamilton, Secretary of State for
India:
The Allies marched through the for
hidden city yesterday, august 2Sth.) The
British hadIthird place in the procession,
the Russians and japanese being in
greater strength. -
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
THE SIEGE RAISED.
.t Ladybrand

The BCitlSl G1rriSOH skS Ht'SAy "H.'''- =, 80
Succored-
(By Associated Press.)
CAPE TOWN. Sept 5.-The siege OIL
Ladybrand has been raised after several
desperate attempts to capture the town
and It's, little garrison of $50 British troops.
The Beers who attacked Ladyorand are
estimated to have numbered over Two
thousand men.
The British were summoned 10 SURRENDER
September % Sunday. but refused, ana
from that time on were subjected to con-
tinua1 cannon and rifle fire. The Burghers
twice tried to rush the British position.
Probably the appearance OF q 1eIei lotee
saved the little garrison.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
GREETED BY CROWDS.
The Second Speech of aIr. Bryan Was
As;lUi.at .IeySeI

Made at .leyser
(By Associated Press)
DEER PARK, Md, Sept. 5.-Mr. Bryan
doubled on his tracks to-day, and to-day
finds him enjoying the refreshing breezes
of the Alleghanies. He began the day in
Jefferson county, and since leaving the
tri-State gathering at Morgan's Grove, ne
has been working constantly westward.
He made only two speeches during the
day the first at Morgans Grove, near
Sheppardstown, and the second at Keyser.
AT both places the crowds greeted the
national candidate with enthusiasm, and
both speeches were vigorously applauded.
There were large audiences at both meet
ings. but that Of the Grove was eNcep-
tional in size.
Deer Park was reached late in the af-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
HANNA WILL. NOT SPEAK.
Says 1t is Entirely Out ofthe Question
for Him to Do 81.

for Him to Do 81.
(By Associated Press.)
CHICAGO, Sept. 5.-Senator Mark A.
Hanna to-day wired Secretary Perry s.
Heath, of the Republican Nauonai COM
mfttee as follows:
1T is out of the question for me tc ac-
cept any invitations to speak
This message was in answer to num-
Der of teiesrams inviting Chairman Hanna
to make addresses IN the West.
Secretary Heath said that Mr.. Hanna
may make q few speeches in Ohio, but
that he would not speak in other States.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
GOALS TO NEW CASTLE.
Contract for $4,000 Tons for Export
tn England.
fRy AssociatnI Eress.

pITTsBURG. PA, Sept. 5.-The Pit.s-
burg and Baltimore Coal COMPANY has re-
ceived contract for 75,ooo tons OF eoal -
be sent to England by way OF Saselno.s.
The order is the frs, large one ehe !, e,n ~
pany has received for export aaa . @
beginning of an active crusade toE iose1ssi
markets
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06

between 5000 and 5000 He declared ne
only wanted the city 10 sell pieces .ef prop
erty that were unproductiver the seaprooAe ne
warehouse being excepted. in order 10 ' ra.se
the money to build the jail
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-09-06
SICK OF WAR.
Chinese Earnest In Their Desire te

(By Associated Press. )
LONDON, September 5.-Sir. Chih Chen.
Lo Feng Lan. the Chinese minister here,
admits the correctness, in general sense.
of the cable message sent to him. accord-;
inx TO Shanghai adsices. by IA Hung Chang
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1900-09-30
Board Of Equalization

Notice is hereby given that the As
SCISSOR has this day delivered TO the I'M
dersigned the assessment roll for the cur
rent fiscal year.
And that The Board of County Com
missioners Will be as a Board of Equal
ization at the County Clerks office on
Monday, Sept. IL, 1900, at 10 a. m. and con-
tinue in session from time to time, as
provided by law until the business OF
equalization is disposed of.
GEO. w. COMING,
Clerk of the Board of County Commits
SiOnerS.
Dated Sept ;, 1900
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1900-09-30
Wood Wanted

The Board of Capitol Commissioners
will rt ceive bids tor furnishing - cords
Of wood, the same to be sawed and piled
in the basement of the Capitol Building.
Bids viii be received up to noou on the
22nd day of September, 1900 AT = O'Clock
on said day bids viii lie opened and con
sidtred.
The wood must be limb and split y-l-
low pine, sound and dry, and must be
delivered on or before the lst day of
November next. Address w. r. Davis,
Clerk of Board of Capitol Commission
ers, Carson City, Nevada, envelope
marked proposals on wood
The Board reserves the right to reject
any or al bids. BY order of the Board.
w. r. DAVIS,
Clerk of Board.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1900-09-30
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