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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

1T gives you a funny feeling nowadays
to run through a budget of old letters, -
says Stuart Robson. only the other day
l was rummaging through an old trunk
and found two letters. which, rs | read
them through again by the light of today,
certainly made me smile. The first
one. dated about twenty years ago, and
the writer q young woman, explained that
she was then appearing at Tony Pastors,
but she did not care for her work there
and was willing TO make almost any pc
cuniary sacrifice to get chance in
legitimate work. Well, the instant read
that note l remembered just as well as
though IT was yesterday how dead and
gone Billy Florence came TO me one day
and said:
Look here Robson, ! wish you'd go
down to Pastors and look over a new girl
Tony has got down there. She's as pretty
as a picture aud sings like a thrush.
She's crazy 10 break into the legitimate
and had almost concluded to engage her
when suddenly l discovered that she
couldn't act
Well" continued Mr.. Robson. Il wrote
that young woman a polite note refusing
her services. Now, who do you suppose
she was? But, hold on. Let me tell you
about the other letter first. 1t was from
dear old John Mccullough, and said:
For heavens sake will you do some
thing for this young friend Of mine? or
course you know who he is, but l warn
you not to engage him on the ground that.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

Schuyler Stokes, the efficient advertis-
ing agent and director at Chase's has &C
cepted a position with Jules Del Mar at
the summer park near jamestown. n. Y,
known as "Celeron," where he will go as
soon as his season here closes. Mr.
Stokes has had seventeen years ex-
perieace in local amusements, and will
undoubtedly prove valuable aid to Mr..
Del Mar in the conduct OF his summer re-
sort.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

Homer Lind, the Washingtonian who was
heard here a few weeks ago in principal
roles with the Metropolitan English Grand
Opera Company, is the latest vaudeville
recruit He has succumbed TO the temp
tation of the big salaries paid to the vau-
deville performers, and will soon be seen
in the higher class of these theatres in
a new version Of "Gringoire," the French
classic OF De Bauville. which has been
utilized by Mr. n. c. Goodwin, Beerbohm
Tree and others as a curtain raiser
Willard Holcomb has made the English
version that Mr.. Lind will use. and Julian
Edwards will contribute the musical num-
hers
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

being bis fathers son, he ought to be n
good actor without an exception this
youngster is the worst actor have ever
seen in my life. Still, for his fathers
sake. as well as his own. I'd like you TO
employ him.
The young man came to me and re-
hearsed. After seeing him I had to ad-
NIT that for once John Mccullough had
spoken literally. The young man left
very sick at heart. He was z. H. Sothern.
and the young woman / spoke Of was Miss
Lillian RUSSELL
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

The news is out that the farce coined
ians. Mathews and Bulger, will separate at
the end of this season. and that thereafter
Mr.. Bulger and Walter Jones will double
up" as the vaudeville performers put it.
Mr. Sherrie Mathews. who is the curly
headed and very much seif-admired mem
Der OF the present firm, has been behaving
in a decidedly eccentric manner during the
past few months, sometimes leaving the
company for extended periods TO enjoy
himself after the manner of nocturnal
celebrants in the New York Tenderloin. It
is alleged that his excuses have almost
completely wrecked his system, and that
at present he is very sick man.
AT his best Mr.. Mathews was OF a Ger
tain value TO the firm for the reason that
he wrote most Of the fippant material
used by himself and his partner on the
stage and in spite OF his very evident i'm
preston that he was an altogether stun
ming feature, he was an uncommonly good
feeder for the grotesque Mr. Bulger. So
his presence will be missed.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

Local friends OF bldncne Bates, VINO
was, until month Or 20 ago. the leading
lady of the Lafayette Stock Company. will
be pleased to learT uiaf the effort to es-
tablish i.r as a star IN an adaptation by
Paul Peter OF Ogida's novel, Under
Two Flags" has been eminentiy success
full. The first performance occurred at
the Garden Theatre, New York, last Tues
day night and the event was one Of the
most propltious of the present year. The
play proved to be an out and out melo-
drama, staged in an elaborate manner.
David Belasco. who discovered" Miss
Bates last year after she had made "A SEN
sational success in The Great Ruby" at
Days, came in for a good share of the
praise for the excellence of the produc-
ton.
Mrs. f. NJ Bates, vino will be remem-
bered as a member Of the Frawley Stock
Company al the Columbia three years
ago, is in her daughters company.
Daniel Frohman is disappointed at the
result of his proposition to accept and pre-
sent play written by any member of the
American Dramatists' Association, that
might be adjudged worthy of produc-
ton by a committee OF the club. consist
ing of such well known stage writers as
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

THE eccentricities OF operate stars"
writes a man who enjoys the confidence
of Maurice Grau, ARE beyond the COM
prehension of most ordinary mortals. The
prina donna who won't sing when her
voice happens to be out of order or WHEN
she imagines this to be the case. is ty
no means the most serious problem Il
manager is compelled to encounter.
When Lii Lehman was here the last
time. she would go on, no matter what
shape she was in vocally. and in more
than one instance she gave performances
that were grotesque almost beyond con-
ception. The $1,000 she received for each
appearance was far more to her than TIE
question of art or the desire to satisfy
her audiences. Nine. Nordica, too. is apt
to be induced to sing when she is rot in
frst-rate condition. Nine. Eames Is he
direct reverse. When she sends word that
she can't appear it IS sure thing that her
voice is not at its best. On the other
hand whenever 1t is announced that she
will sing II may be accepted as a sure
thing that she is as fit as can be. So that
when the manager is subjected TO tine
greatest inconvenience by declna. sion
from Nine. Eames-who is noted as about
the hardest of ali the singers to get along
with-he possesses at the same time the
comforting assurance that whenever she
does appear the audience Will go away
at the conclusion OF the entertainment
entirely satisfied with having received its
moneys worth"
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

Mr.. E. H. Woods. formerly a well-known
theatrical manager. was in Washington
during the week as the guest of Manager
Janette of the Academy of Music. Mr.
Woods has forsaken the dramatic field for
the more promising territory of the Klon-
dixie, where he has large mining interests
Washington will ever recall Mr.. Woods
as the manager of the Grand Opera House
of three years ago, when Davis & Keogh
directed the fortunes of the theatre for
three successive weeks, during which time
a trio of the very worst attractions that
were procurable were given before audi
ences that were composed for the n ost
part of the orchestra and ushers.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

Robert Downing has shelved his roper
toire in favor of 1.-THE Seventh Command
ant new play written by Edwards
DAVIS, member Of the company, but who
was at one time minister.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
WEST POINT.

WEST POINT, April 29-The country
has donned her spring costume now,
and everything is perfectly lovely here
Farmers are somewhat disappointed at
having to plant a part of the corn crop
over. The wheat crop looks more and
more promising in this section of the
country. Gardens are looking tine, and
straw berries are in full bloom. So we
hope to have plenty of new things for
the able in the near future. Shearing
sheep is the order of the day here
now.
Mrs. Joanna Vestal of near Nashville,
is visiting relatives in our midst this
week.
We are sorry to report the unim-
proved condition of Cecil Passmore.
Edd Fitzgerald, in company with his
friend, DR.. Webb of Carter's Creek,
visited home folks last week.
Miss Forest Walters is visiting friends
near Franklin this week.
Mr.. Parks of Spring Hill, has been in
our midst this week buying cattle.
Eugene Fitzgerald spent Saturday
and Sunday with home folks.
Mr.. Robt. Thomas was through here
last week buying sheep
Mrs. Mat Hight spent Saturday and
! SUNDAY with relatives here,
Mr. J. w. Nestal made us a flying
visit last week. With best wishes
to all, | remain as ever, IULA,
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
OUR CORRESPONDENTS.
Continued from Third Page }
ANDREWS.

ANDREWS, April 30-As is their GUS
tom on each succeeding anniversary,
The children and grand children, with
few friends, assem- bled at the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. VIM ADHESION on last
Saturday to celebrate that worthy
lady's 10th anniversary. Those who
enjoyed the pleasures of the day, and
partoOk of the elegant MONDAY meal,
besides the immediate family, were the
following: Mr.. and Mrs. Jim Craig,
Mr.. and Mrs. J. T. Atkisson and child
Fen, Mrs. Gertrude Amick, Mrs. ID X.
Minor, DIR. and Mrs. Long, Mrs. Gus
Watson and children, Mrs Il. Cardwell,
Miss Estell Green and little sister Mabel
Mrs. +. NJ. Fuller, Mrs. w, M. Johnson
and family. and Clyde SOwell. The day
was most deligh fully spent, and all
separated hoping fer many more such
days.
Rev. W. T. Ussery preached to a large
audience at Union Grove Sunday. Rev.
M. Tyler is expected there again the Bird
Sunday.
DIR. Long and Miss Floy Adkisson
have returned from visit to Lewis
burg.
Messrs. Jim Gillian and Joe Dillihay
have returned from business trip to
Texas.
Miss Maggie Dillihay is making an
extended visit to relatives at Humboldt
Baker Hays spent several days with
friends recently, previous to his return
to his home in Alabama.
Prof. and Mrs. Scobey went to Lasea
on the third Sunday, and visited DR.
Lee, who has been for so long in such
feeble health.
w, F. Scott went the same day and
visited his friend, VIM erryberry
who has since gone to the silent land.
Horace and Austin VOORHEES, anC
Wilton Caldwell have been recent
guests of w. +. SCOTS children.
Mary Scott has been out of schoo
some days. owing to sickness, as also has
lone SOweil
Mrs. Hampton and son, from Por
Royal: Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Ritter anc
Mr.. ard Mrs. George Stephenson, from
Nashville, have all visited their sicE
relative, Mr.. Furgueson, recently.
Miss Fannie Sowell anc Lon Smith
attended the marriage of Miss Nellie
Journey 10 Mr.. Rufus Agnew.
w. 7, Sowell and family were here
Sunday; also little Miss Brownie
Hight.
Mrs. f, J, sowell is with her children
here this week.
Walter Speed has had right sicl
child.
WI. Scott has rented the Georg,
DOoley farm for a stock farm, and j. w
Jones has rented and moved into thu
residence. .st
Miss Nannette Redding and lon
Sow ell made quite an enjoyable visit t
Campbell Station from Friday TO sun
daV.
Segets ton has taken a new lease oil
life, and is fast making up lost time
after the rude check given it by tn
recent wintry blasts, Fruit prospect
are still good, yhink, although corn l
about all being planted over.
We were glad to learn of Gripping
Waves" safe arrival home; also en-
joyed reading Rev. T. j., Duncan
letter from Texas, and were htghl
ed to see the familiar name of ID
II. Harrison once more. Think Ii
should let us hear from him ottener.
MRS. MICAwBER.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
DEATHS HARVEST.
7. Green N"ithe rspoon.

Mr.. T. Green Witherspoon died yes
terday morning about $50 e. lock
at the State Asylum near Nash.
vile, where he had been for several
years. Deceased was tifty-two years
of age. He was a brother of Mr.. w.
o Witherspoon, ex-Sheriff of Maury
county, and was we'll known all
over the county, having taken a con-
siderable interest in politics, especially
when the Farmers Alliance was in its
prime. He was local preacher in the
Methodist church, a man of a kind dis.
position, accommodating and molten
sive, and had many friends His home
was in the Knob Creek neighborhood,
and he leaves surviving him wife and
several children.
The remains were brought out from
Nashville last evening on the accommo.
dation and taken to the home of his
brother on the Santa pike near Column
bia, The funeral services will be held in
the First Methodist church this
morning at 1870 o'clock, conducted by
Rev. j. W. Hatcher, assisted by Rev.
A. p. McFerrin; burial in Rose Hill
Cemetery.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03

J. W. Holden ct al. to w. A. Lindsey,
land III 18th district, S25.
Thos. l. VOORHEES, ct ux. to w. W
Martin, lot in 4th ward, $500.
s, II. Williams ct ux. to E. H. Garner
ct ux.., IS acres in Goth district, $1,000
W. w. Martin to Mrs. NJ j. Martin
house and lot in fourth ward, gift.
A. P. Morgan ct al to Miss Minnie
Peoples, lot in 9th district, $700.
Dobbins & Ewing to Mrs. l. W.
Cochran, house and lot in LIST ward
$1,000.
John J. Vertries ct al. to Mrs. NJ. c.
Sheppard, 2l6 acres in 9th district
So, $50.
John Gilmore ct TX. to L. G. Pckard,
40 acres in 18th district, 500.
J. d. Hood and sons to Rutledgt
Hill, acres in 9th district, $500.
j. r. Marshall ct ux. to G. NJ. Calf
ct ais, 80 acres in Dist district, $1,000.
W. A. Williams to A. L. Buchanan,
acre in - district, $50.
Jessie M. Roth ct al. to w d.
Gillespie, lot in 18th district, 81, ZOO.
w. d. Fraser ct TX. to David Harris,
10 l6 acres in Goth district, $3.50.
S. p. Chappell ct TX. to w. A. Kin
cade, 10 acres in End district, 1925.
Ia. Glenn ct ux, to R. B. Glenn, 54(
acres in 25th district, $500.
Mrs. E. F Fleming to R. B. Glenn
IT of 400 acres in 25th district, $500.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
THE GATES THROWN OPEN.
The Pan-American Exposition at
Buffalo, N. Y, Begins Its
Six Months Season.

Buffalo, y. y, May 1.-The gates OF
the ran-.tmerican exposition were
thrown open this morning, and not
outstanding it had rained all night
and the weather conditions were
threatening. large crowds were gath
cred al each of the gates, and as the
morning frightened, the various
grounds were well patronized by
those who desired to be present at
the opening.
The TurnstiIes Clicked.
At $50 o'clock the turnstiles clicked
md the first of the millions of people
who will visit the beautiful rainbow
city. during the six months of its ex-
istcnce, passed into the grounds To-
view and study the products of Amer
Jean ingenuity and scientific research
and the resources of the two CONT
nents of the western hemisphere
which fill the magnificent buildings,
beautiful in their architectural de-
sign, harmonious in their coloring and
interior decoration.
without Ceremony.
No ceremonies marked the opening
of the gates, it having been decided
by the management to combine the
opening day ceremonies with those
of dedication day, May 20. The change
in the date, however, did not cause
moments relaxation of the strenu-
GUS efforts being put forth by every
one connected with the exposition to
have everything as nearly ready as
possible for the opening.
Appearance of the Grounds.
The appearance of the buildings
and grounds bore ample evidence of
their efforts. Storm and the inevita-
bic delays incident to any undertake
ing of this magnitude made impossi-
bic the realization of the hope that
this might be the first of the great
eXpositions to he completed on is
opening day. But so much more al
/ ready has been wrought than was
deemed possible at the inception of
the project that all are satisfied with
the extent and beauty of the fair as
it appeared, carried through from the
! beginning by the citizens of Buffalo
without state or federal aid.
Purchased the First Ticket.
VIM. IRmlin was permitted, by
agreement. to purchase the first tick.
ct, he having offered, some time ago
TO pay $1,000 for the privilege. The
ticket was sent to him yesterday. Al
noon the paid admissions only aggre.
gated about $1,000, the ma iority OF
the visitors being employees or Others
entering on passes. The weather con
tinued threatening.
At noon the government building
was thrown open, and Gen. Brigham
chairman of the government board
made an address. In this building the
Smithsonian Institutions exhibit. a,
we'll as those of the national museum
the interior department, the navy de
! partment, the treasury department
the post office department. the fish
commission and the Philippines ex
hibit, were all practically complete il
detail, and the other departments MOI
far behind. The naval exhibit in
cludes MODELS of all the types of war
ships nov in the United States navy
among them the battleships Iowa ant
Texas. the cruiser Brooklyn and tn,
Inflated Maine.
At two O'Clock a salute Of IS aeria
bombs was fired and Simultaneous
hundreds of flags were raised on tn
buildings and grounds.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
Going to the Philippines.

WASHINGTON May IA number
of Democratic Senators and Repre-
sentatives have about completed ar
engagements to visit the Philippines
The party, which will sail on the
United States transport Engless from
New York for Manila the latter part
of June, consists of Senators Bacon
of Georgia; Harris, of Kansas, and
Turner, of Washington, and Repre-
sentatives Smith, of Illinois; Gaines
of Tennessee; Mercer, of Nebraska
McCleary, of Minnesota; Dinsmore
of Arkansas; De Almond. of Mis-
souri,, and BurlesOn, of Texas. The
party will be gone about -four
months.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
Walter Martin,

Walter Edwin, the oldest child of Mr..
and Mrs. Harry Martin, died Friday
about 8 O'Clock p m, after several weeks
sickness from typhoid pneumonia. He
was twelve years, nine months and nine
days of age. He was a bright child,
the pride Of his fond parents hearts,
and his most untimely death is a sad
blow to them; but they have the sweet
consolation that his death is only a
transition from sin fraught world to
heaven of eternal bliss. They haFe the
Sympathy of everyone in their befeave.
ment.
The funeral services we're con-
Quoted at the @. p. Tabernacle Sun
day afternoon at 2:30 o'clock by
Rev. jeff Dixon, assisted by Rev. "
L. Ussery; interment at Rose Hill The
pail bearers were as follows: Hardison
" ilson, Simmie Sands, Stanley Patter-
son, Floyd Whitaker Frank Vaughn,
Melville Whitaker. The members of
the Sunday School class of the deceased
acted as honorary pail bearers.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03

days with Mr.. Rufus Hickman at
Lynnville recently.
Miss Willie Barnett has returned
home after spending week or two at
CulleOka.
Mrs. II. f. Hill and children, Velmer
and Alberta, spent last week with her
father at Ethridge.
Mr., and Mrs. Luther Lee are receiving
congratulations on the arrival of a fine
boy at their home.
Miss Matte Tarpley and Mrs. Agnes
Johnston of Weakley, are visiting the
family of Mr.. NJ. f. Digger.
Miss Nirgie Hill expects to start to
Texas in few days to spend several
months,
Mr.. and Mrs. Joe A. Richardson of
Bohemian, are with relatives here for
a few DAYS.
Miss Florence Douglas and little
brother John, of Enterprise, spent
several days of last week here.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
w. P. Parrish,

William Peck Parrish, a member of
the New York Stock Exchange and a
successful promoter of Southern enter
prises, with offices in New York, died
on the Florida & Southwestern express
on the Pennsylvania Road from heart
disease shortly after the train left
trenton Tuesday. He was born in
Greensborough, Ala, in 1860, and went
to New York in 1890
For several years Mr.. Parrish was
manager of the Columbia Water q
Light Company, and made frequent
visits here. He had many friends at
this place who will regret to hear of his
death.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03

at Ben last week.
Our people continue to take great
interest in the prayer meeting at Saw
dust. We hope mach good will come
out of that meeting, for we all need to
pray more and work more.
Bro. Drummer will begin meeting at
Sawdust soon
The farmers are getting ready for re-
planting their corn. Very few have a
good stand
School will close here Friday. There
never has been term of nine months
in which the children have worked so
earnestly and learned so fast. ELAINE.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
PUBLISHING HOUSE CLAIM.
Franklin District Conference Wants
the Money Paid Back.


the Money Paid Back.
FRANKLIN, Tenn, May l.-At the
recent District Conference of the
Methodist Episcopal church, held at
Thompson Station, the following
resolutions, cOndemning the manner
in which the Methodist Publishing
House war claim was collected, and
demanding that the church authori-
ties take the necessary steps to right
the wrong done the church, were
adopted:
"Whe. cas-, there is widespread dis
satisfaction throughout the church
in regard to the manner of collecting
what is known as the Publishing
House war claim; and,
Whereas, we believe that through
certain methods and the interpreted
ton of certain kilograms, the Senate
of the United States was deceived !;
and,
Whereas, we believe that if we
remain silent and thus allow the re-
tentiOn of the money, we become
thereby particeps criminis to any
wrong that may have been done in
the collection of the same; there
fore, be it
Resolved, l. That we deprecate
the fact that any deceptive means
were used to collect claim that
should, years ago, have been settled.
-. 1nat we memOrialiZe the APP
preaching session of the Tennessee
Conference to instruct it's delegates
to the next General Conference to
! use every laudable means possible
to so adjust this matter WITH the
Senate OF the United States that any
stigma that may have attached to
the church through the methods of
its agents and their representatives
may be removed and, If necessary,
refund the money to the Govern
/ ment"
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
MT. PLEASANT NEWS.

Special to the Herald.
Mt. PLEASANT, May Elizabeth, the
little daughter of Mr.. r. NJ. Doss, died
yesterday of measles, and will be buried
to-day at the Lawrence graveyard. Mr..
Doss has two other children sick with
the measles. He has the sympathy of
many friends.
Mr.. John Garrett vent to Franklin
Yesterday on business.
Mrs. Yech and little daughter, Zets,
of Illinois, are visiting her brother, Mr..
John Garrett.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
William T. BRYANT.

Mr.. William 7. Bryant died Monday
morning about o'clock at his home at
Bryant's Station, aged AZ years. De-
ceased was unmarried, ana was the son
of Mr.. A. d. Bryant, who survives him;
he also leaves several sisters and broth
ers. He was well.known citizen and
good man. The remains we're inferred
Tuesday at Mooresvlle.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
James Owen Douglas.

James Owen Douglas, the infant son
of Mr.. Tom Douglas, died Wednesday
night at $50 o'clock, aged six months
The bereaved father, who only recently
sustained the loss of his wife, has the
sympathy of everyone. The funeral
services will take place at the residence
on the corner of East Tenth and EN-
barge streets, yesterday afternoon at
IS O'Clock, conducted by Rev. w. T.
Ussery, and the burial will be in Rose
Hin cemetery.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1901-05-03
sTIVERSVILLE.

STIvERsvILLE, April 30.-Mrs. /. c.
Hickman and little daughter, Luzon,
visited relatives at Lynnville, Saturday
and SUNDAY.
r.J.H. Digger. Marshall Dugyer
and Mrs. Mollie Scott spent a few days
with Mr.. +. A. Digger at Jameson last
week.
MI and Mrs. J. A. Richardson visited
atCulleoka, the first of the week.
Miss Seletha Gray Of Waco, spent a
few DAYS very pleasantly with Misses
yirgie and Maidie Hill lately.
Mr. John McQuigg OF Ethridge, was
visiting here this week.
Mr.. Dallis Richardson spent few