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more county high schools and apply
the high school fund to the support aud
maintenance Of such institution. The
law authorizes the erection, by the
board, OF a new high school building
and empowers the board, where condi.
tions warrant them in so doing, 10 con-
solidate the county high school with
some public school, county or city, or
even a private school already establish
ed. Not less than three teachers shall
be employed in any county high school
aud the school "shall be open to all
children Of the county Of lawful age
who shall be otherwise qualified, aud
who have completed the primary school
course, or its equivalent, AZ tested by
examination or such regulations as may
be provided by the board for the nd
mission of pupils. Provided, That
schools shall be separate for white and
colored children" No tuition can be
charged children of the county desiring
to attend this school.
A course of study must be arranged
by the board, which shall inclnde every
subject required to be taught in our
public schools, except those in the first
five grades, and in addition the board
may provide such high school branches
as are necessary and expedient. The
purpose Of the act being to establish. in |
fact, county high school, with q |
conrse of study equal to that OF stand |
ard high schools throughout the coun-
try. The county high school act will |
be found in the recent edition Of the |
Public School Laws, issued by this de- |
page 81, aud on page 67i,
Acts Of 1899. This law, providing for |
the creation Of county high schools.
makes this institution creature of the
county court, and it is controlled by
that honorable body, through board
of its own selection, and not through
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public attention was divided between
interest in the sensational nature OF the
evidence and the splendid manner in
which Admiral Schley's side OF the case
had been managed by his counsel. Mr..
Raynor, some time before the hearing
began, gave up all his business here,
went to Washington and devoted him
self entirely to the Schley case. In a
wonderfully short space of time he had
mastered all the intricate and numer-
ous details, and from the first was con-
fident of a verdict that would give Adj
miral Schley in full measure the tardy
justice that had been withheld.
Mr.. Raynor worked fifteen and six
teen hours day during nearly the en-
tire hearing. He was assisted by Capt.
Parker, an expert in naval matters, aud
Admiral Schley himself rendered valu-
able assistance. Ex-Judge Jeremiah
s. Wilson, who had been retained as
one of Admiral Schley's attorneys, died
suddenly shortly after Che case opened.
This brilliant fight made by Mr.. Raynor
is we'll remembered and ls evidently
thoroughly appreciated by Admiral
| SchleV,
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receive any compensation for his servi-
ces Admiral Schley had insisted upon
paying Mr.. Raynor's expenses during
the three months he spent in Washing
ton. Mr.. Raynor during that time had
very expensive apartments at theS Shore
ham and Willard's, where witnesses in
the case met daily for consultation.
The gentleman declares that Mr.. Ray
nor absolutely declined to receive any
payment at all in the way of expenses.
This gentleman further stated that
during the trial he heard a number of
United States senator's and representa-
tives speak to Mr.. Raynor with refer
ence to Offering a bill in congress to
provide compensation for the attorneys,
and he heard Mr.. Raynor say that
while he appreciated their purpose very
much 1t was not case for money as far
as he was concerned.
Mr.. Raynor was seen at his residence
aud was asked if he would object to
stating whether he had made any
charge for the professional services rem
dered Admiral Schley before the court
of inquiry. Mr.. Raynor replied;
81 know that you will excuse me
from talking about this matter. Tie
admiral is such noble and generous
soul that he would have sacrificed the
last cent he had in the world for those
who represented him in this case, and
when it comes to money you can not
measure his liberality.
"There are cases, however, contin-
ued MIR. Raynor, Gin which / could not
accept any compensation. Every feel
ing that have in the world is so much
involved in this matter that 1 do not
desire to hear tho word money in con-
nection with it.
Mr.. Raynor's connection with the ia
nous case has made his name known
throughout the world, and everywhere
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and young women will receive further
school training and derive substantial
benefits, for which they will, in the re-
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05

Surrounding this center stone are sew
en- solitaire pearls, each nearly as large
as small pea. Around the edges of
the pendant are fifty diamonds, set
close together and imbedded deeply in
the gold, forming a continuous border
of the precious stones.
"Both watch and pendant are meas
ed in handsome caskets of red plush,
covered with leather of the same hue. "
It can be stated upon the best author
ity that Rear Admiral Schley has writ
ten to Mr.. Raynor asking him to name
his own fee for services rendered the
admiral before the court of inquiry,
and that Mr.. Raynor has positively de-
clined to accent single dollar.
A friend of Mr.. Rayuor who followed
the trial and was with him a great deal
during that time stated that he knew
| that after Mr.. Raynor had declined to
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05
REFUSED To- NAME A FEE.
Mr.. Raynor Declared it Was Not Case of
Money With Him His Work
Appreciated.

A special dispatch to the Baltimore
Sun from Washington states that two
beautiful presents were recently sent
ont from that city by Rear Admiral
Schley. One was valuable gold time
piece and the other magnificent
brooch of diamonds and pearls.
The watch came to Attorney. General
Raynor and the brooch to Mrs. Reynor
with expressions Of the highest regard
from Admiral and Mrs. Schley. Mr..
Reynor declined to say anything about
what he regarded as personal matter,
and Admiral Schley pleaded that moth
ing be said of the matter.
1t is stated that both the watch and
the brooch are beautiful, and valuable
samples of the jewelers. art. They
came, it is understood, as complete
surprise to Mr.. and Mrs. Raynor.
A mutual friend of Mr.. Raynor and
Admiral Sohley, at Washington, who
saw the gifts, describes them as fol-
lows:
"rhe watch is of solid gold, white
face and plain English numerals. On
the back of the case is Mr.. RSynor's
monogram, Il. R., exquisitely engrav-
ed. The chain is heavy, but perfectly
plain, and on the end is large ring, to
which is attached small gold pencil,
likewise severely plain. The watch
was made by Gait & Bros, Washington.
''The brooch, or pendant, sent Mrs.
Raynor, is about u inches in diameter
and heart-shaped. In the center is an
egg. shaped stone, about the size of a
finger nail. 1t is Of a pale, delicate
green when viewed by gaslight, but at
other times has decidedly blush tint.
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naming days Of their lives, bless the
wisdom and patriotism OF your honora-
BILE county court,
This law has my qualified approval,
aud I. urge you, as an official and cit
izen, to bring the matter before the
county court at its January term, and
to cooperate heartily with the friends
of education In Tennessee in this inn
portaut work. Prompt, vigorous and
intelligent effort will accomplish much
for our cause. 7
MORGAN G. FIrzPATRICK.
b State Superintendent.
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aforesaid, to make appropriations out
of any county funds not otherwise ap-
propriated, except out of the public
school funds, and the funds arising
from the taxes levied for the purpose
and the appropriation made for the
purpose shall constitute special fund
to be known as the County High
School Fund, which shall be kept by
the county trustee separate aud apart
from all other funds, and applied ex-
clusiyely to the purpose aforesaid"
When the County Board of Education
is created by the county court and tax
es levied for high school purposes, the
county board eau then establish one or
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05
The Best Time.

The best time to cure cough or cold
is when you are first affected. A pleas
ant and sure remedy for sore throat,
weak lungs, bronchial soreness, cough
ing spells, etc., is Mexican Syrup for
coughs and consumption. Be wise in
time and keep bottle in your medicine
chest, always handy for immediate use,
remembering the old adage, "a stitch
in time, saves nine" 1t is true lung
tonic and sells for only 25 cents.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05
How Do You Know

those baking powders are made
from alum
Their lower price, their unfamil-
lar names, generally betray them.
But it is not necessary for you
to know. You know that ROYAL
does not contain alum, that it makes
the best food, that it is pure and
healthful. You know that alum
powders are unhealthful. This
knowledge is sufficient to enable
you to protect yourself and your
family from alum baking powders
and the evil results which are GER
tain to follow their use.
AoSAL BAKING POWDER CO.. 100 WILLIAM sstxWYoaE
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05
Better Than Ever.

Those who have not heard herecords
the Columbia Phonograph Company is
now supplying have no conception Of
the changes and improvements that
have recently been made. The Graph
ophone. in the meantime, has been
correspondingly improved. Machines
and dGecords which we're thought to be
almost perfect, o few years ago, are far
outdone in these times of unfaltering
progress.
Send 50 with your order to Colulnbis
Phonogranh Co., No. ITO E. Baltimore
St., Baltimore, and goods will be ship
phed co. d. for the balance. (9O7tt
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05
Deafness Cannot be Cured

by local applications as they cannot reach the
diseased portion Of the ear. There is only one
way to cure deafness, and that is by constitu-
tioual remedies. Deafness is caused by an in
famed condition Of the mucus lining Of the
Eustachin Tube. When this tube is inflamed
you have rnmbliug sound or imperfect hear
ing, and when it is entirely closed, Deafness is
the result, and unless the inflammation can be
taken out and this tube restored to its normal
condition, hearing will be destroyed forever;
nine cases out of ten are caused by Catarrh,
which is nothing but an innamed condition Of
the mucus surfaces.
We will give One Hundred Dollars for any
case Of Deafness Caused by catarrhl that cannot
be cured by Hal.'s Catarrh Cure. Send forcir-
Gu ars; free
F. J. CHENEY, s. CO., Toledo, o.
Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05
There are seven surviving ex-mayors
Of New York.
Strawberry Plants.
The largest stock in the world.
Nearly 100 varieties.


All the choice, luscious kinds for the
Garden and Fancy Market. Also Ship.
ping Varieties. Also Dewberries, As
paragus, Rhnbarb, Grape Vines, etc.
Onr 1870 page Manuel, free to buyers,
enables everybody to grow them with
success and profit.
All plants dacked to carry across the
continent fresh as when dug. illus.
trated catalogue free. Specify if you
want catalogue Of Shipping Varieties
or Fancy Garden kinds.
Continental Plant Co.,
Strawberry Specialists,
KITTRELL, N. G.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05

AoyL BAKING POWDER co, 100 WILLIAM ssa aSxw yoax:
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1901-12-05

Do not take DIR. Caldwell's Syrup
Pepsin unless you have constipation,
indigestion, sick headache or some form
of stomach trouble, such as dyspepsia,
biliousness or heartburn, for these are
what it is guaranteed TO cure. Sold by
City Drug Store.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
SOME DEATHS

Vr. Frank Gunther. an aged citizen Of
Lancaster county. died last week.
Mrs. Mary T.. Savage died Thursday,
at Onley. Accomac county aged lOyears.
Ellen, wife of James l.. Strother. died
last week in King George. Her husband
and two sons survive her.
Mr. ;. Wilmer died recently NJ Nahant,
Mass. He was brother Of Mr.. Joseph
Wilmer, Of Culpeper county.
Louis 4. Garnett died recently in Cali
foraia. Mr. Garnett was born at cham
plaine. Essex county, in ISL.
Andrew J Frank, aged ~ years, died
last week in Washington. He was born
in King George county, Va, in lSlf.
Dr. -. +. Rowles died at his home in
Greene county recently lie hal mum
Der ofrelationsin Rappahannock county
Mr.. Robert j. Ringwalt died at his
home in Philadelphia last week, aged =
gears. lie was nephew OF Mrs. X. T.
Mason, Of Orange.
Mrs. r. l.. Benson. OF Gloucester coun-
tv died last week. Her husband, Mr.
Thomas l.. Benson, two daughters
Ellina and Leila. and two sons, Mallor
and Thomas. survive her.
John ". Wilson died re emily in Middle
sex county, aged 90 years. The deceased .,.
was the second son of the late John
Wilson. Of Gloucester county. -Four o
his brothers reside in Gloucester county
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
Views Of a spotsylvanian.

\ citizen of Spotsylvania county, writ
Ing from Holiday to the Kichmohd
Times. gives expression to his views ~
follows:
Although the past twelve months has
been exceedingly uniavorable Tor the
farmers. il il a remarkable fact that they
are usually in good spirits and looking
forward hopefully to the future. tom
pared with five or six years ago, not one
complaint of hard times IL heard To-Day
where one then heard ten. This, oI course,
is largely n matter OF fashion or custom
hut it il undoubtedly true that there II a
steady. il slow, improvement III TINS
section and in this immediate nelghhor'
hood there has been very decided III
crease in the demand for farming land'
with corresponding Increase IN prices
The party fight for the Gubernatorial
nomination has directed attention to the
political methods in vogue Throughout
the state, and this has not added to the
strength of the DemOcrats-very muci
To the contrary. Avery small per- oil
the voters were caught in the "antlma'
chine" net. but it is now generally nc
ceptcd as true that the new machine II
built on the same plan ~ the old, ana
that il will be run for the same purpose
II may possibly have more wheels, they
may be- more scientifically adjusted and
more freely oiled II may have better
schdule and may make more regular
runs under the guiding hand of more
skillmland cautious engineer other.
wise they donot differ. Then the Constl
tutional Convention il creating Keen
disappointment To many who had look
ed forward hopefully to action 10y that
body which would put old Virginia once
more in the line of progress. The impress
sion il rapidly growing that the conven-
ton NAV leave the State in worse rather
than in better plight.
at is no longer hoped that thenumher
of public officers will be- reduced, II IL NO
LONGER expected that taxation will he di-
unfinished or that the people will be given
any relief from their burdens, or that
they will be given any real opportunity
To votcupon thenew Constitution. There
seems no room To doubt that some white
men will be DISTINGUISHED The question
is how many theconycntion willdare dis
franchise in the face of the solemn and
oft-repeated pledges of the men who
compose thatbody made when they were
appealing to the people and asking Tor
their confidence and trust. II was claimed
that the question would open the way
for Kidding the State OF dishonest election
laws
But neither the Democratic press, nor
theconvention itself nor individual mem
beers of the convention. have up 10 this
time given the iaintest indication oi n
purpose or desire to deliver the state
from the iniquitous method now in vogue
i'm certain sections and counties whereby
white men throughout the state are de-
fraudcd of their rights.
These things are beginning 10 he dis
cussed among the plain people Whether
they will only murmur and submit NJ
mains to be- seen. There may be no kicb
OF n serious nature this year, or the com
ing autumn may bring the most threat
ening political storm of many years. y,
man can foretell what is to be expected.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
LOCAL MARKETS.
Corrected Inv Simon Hirsh 4 Bro)

Corrected by Simon Hirsh 4 Bro.)
Wheat 63, to 6G; corn, - to 53; meal,
S1.15 to 81. 20 per 100 pounds; oats, 30
to 80 fowls dive, > to Z; turkeys dive,
} to 6; ducks Dive, 6 to I; spring
chickens, II to 13 cts. per pound;
lard. & to 0; eggs, 10 to 10Y;
butter, 3 to 2O hams, II to II; Irish
potatoes, 60 to 70 early rose, for seed,
% to 800; beef, 3 to 81; veal, AZ;
pork. ; to 8; hides (green), ~ to D;
hides dry, to 8; baled hay, Sl2 to
$l3 per ton.
Wool-Unwashed, II to Is; washed,
% to "a.
Leaf Sumac-5O to 80 cents per hun
dred pounds.
THE GRAIN MARKETS.
The grain markets closed yesterday as
follows:
Chicago - Wheat, July, 66%; sept.
6SA corn, July, 500; July oats, ~.
New York-Southern wheat, 40 to az
corn, 46 to ~.
Southern wheat, 50 to 13
Southern corn 80 to -.
Richmond-Wheat, 50 to p; corn 5O
TO 81. 80
to 53.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
sracial seashore Excursion.

On June both. July 9TH and 18th, Au-
INST list. 10Th and 10Th and September
10Th special excursion tickets will be
sold To Atlantic City, Anglesea, Avalon,
Cape MAY. Holly Beach, Ocean City, Sea
Isle City. wildwood, y. j., and Rehoboth,
Del. Mt round trip rate of $500 from
fredericksburg.
Tickets good on all regular trains leaving
fredericksburg and Washington ondates
mentioned. and limited for return seven
teen 40 days including date OF sale.
Tickets to Atlantic City will he good
win Delaware River Bridge Route with
ont additional charge 70 other points
good only vim Market Street Ferry
transfer through Philadelphia to be-
arranged 10y the passenger.
c. e. Cox,
Agent.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
New Store and New Prices.

The Virginia Clothing House, which
has been opened on Main street opposite
the |. o. 0. F. and X Of Z. Hall, is GER
tainly remarkable in the quality of goods
which are there sold at wonderfully low
prices. Every article Of gents furnishing
goods can be gotten there in the latest
style and at the cheapest price. The pro
prietor offers special inducements to out
of-town purchasers. To buyerslroml the
surrounding counties who purchase
goods from him to the amount OF $40 or
more he will make n present OF their rail
road fare both ways. Open evenings I'm.
I'll q O'clock
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
suecial Excursion to Buffalo Via.
r Gp.R. R.sll.eo Round Trip.

For Pennsylvania Railroad trains
leaving Washington $50 \. NJ, July 3rd,
9th. bird and 31st; August 9Th, 10Th,
Dist. and 9th; September 9TH, lth,
18th and 26th, the Richmond, Frederlcks,
burg 4 Potomac Railroad will sell special
ironclad- signature excursion tickets to
Buffalo Mt low rate of SLIGO round trip
from fredericksburg Tickets good only
for continuous passage in each direction
and limited to return within seven 90
days including date leaving Washington.
On sale for trains leaving Frederick
sburg 1:39 p NJ. OBS p. NJ. and 9;29 T.
NJ. on days previous 10 excursions from
Washington and for 5:07 A. NJ. train on
the above mentioned dates.
C. c. Cox. Agent.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
srsoial Rates From along the River.

Excursion July Both, from Fredericks-
burp to Buck Roe Beach, Old Point
Hampton and Newport News, at - Tor
round tip. The Weems Company VIII
sell round trip tickets by steamer Essex,
Monday. July 10Th, from appa hammock
and ali wharyes above to Fredericksburg
aud return at one fare to all persons de-
string to 90 on the above excursion. Inc
EsseX ar ives in fredericksburg Monday
evening. and remains until a. m, Wed
nesday. tEus allowing the people along
the river TO e1jOy tins dellghtiui "Trip
pills can he seen at all the wharves.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
Caroline Republicans.

The Republican convention, Of Caro-,
line. met at Bowling Green, Friday, ana
was called to order by Chairman +. l..
r. Dunn. He stated that its purpose was
TO elect delegates to the State convention,
which meets at Charlottesville. on Au-
gust DIST. Mr. \. J. Williamson was
elected chairman and Emmett Coleman
secretary. TIE following delegates were
elected. 4. J. Williamson, 5. +. Pitts
EL.R Dunn, L. Conway, Scion T.Cole-
man and Linden Myers.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23

In the current issue of the Religious
Herald DR.. r. ii. Pitts points out the in
iustice of a division OF school funds in
nroportion 10 the taxes paid. Hespeaks
of the negro problem as pre-eminently
the Southern white mans burden. lie
also urges that by the same system OF dl-
vision by taxes the poorer white people
would I've deprived of educational adyan-
tnges Richmond News.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
air,., school For Bowling Green.

The Rappahannock District Conference
which met in MiddleseX county, closed
Friday. Carmel, in Westmoreland coun-
~ WAS selec ed a. the next place OF meet
i1g. Che conference adopted the report
of The establishment OF girls school at
Bowling 6 -een in place OF the Southern
Seminary. recently moved TO Buena Wis
20 TbiStaen trustees were elected to
purchase the property.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
RICHMOND, FREDERICKSBURG And
POTOMAC RAILROAD.
Schedulc In object Way -'tN' IVVI


5n7A. NJ. daily. No local stops
80 4 NJ daily. 40 local stops. r...,.
l013A. VI. sunday only. Stops" ' ''''"'
and Wide Water. t. N,~L.. ou
Io.iS \. NJ daily except sunday Makes al
''I'' ~ ~ r. NJ. daily except sunday No local
stops - ,..,l stnns
q % A. NJ. daily. Stops az BROOKE ana
LEAVE SCOT rHWNlth.
COCA NJ daily except sunday Eichmond
BE- NJ. daily Atlantic Coast Line
,,,i1 Stnps mt Milford. boswell aud Ash
lana y,,k LAYS. All local stops un sundays
Iol7A VI. daily except sunday. Makes
AN local stops. a. t4
i33S T.. NJ daily Scahoard Air IT,
train. stops at boswell and Al
,,,.rs taking this train for Eh .fu
Streets. viii Doe transferred at Acca
447 a. NJ daily. Atlantic Coast Line
train Stops at boswell and Ashland
G8- l.. NJ. daily. Makes local stops.
sal A. NJ daily Scanoard Air Line Tram
VIA y A. L. junction. Arrive at g. ~
Brnad street station. Richmond.
Accommodation train leaves ltchm"un 4
l.. VI. daily except SundaN,urriNr tr''c'''"7
W. r.. TAYLOR. Traffic Manager.
T. L. H. MY EE~. President
q a. COX. Agent
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
New Advertisements.

See assignee's notice to creditors OF
Charles T. Stone.
The ad. of the Rawlings Institute at
Charlottesville, Va, will be found in our
columns today.
The session OF the Hanover School,
Miss Willie f. Schroeder, principal, Will
commence on Monday, Septeber 9TH. see
cd
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23
Por Over Pity Years.

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup has
been used for over fifty years 10y millions
of mothers for their children while teeth
ing. with perfect success. 1t soothes the
child. soitens the gums, allays all pains,
cures wind collie, and is the best remedy
For Diarrhoea. 1t will relieve the poor
little sufferer Immediately. Sold 10y
Druggists in every part OF the world.
Twenty-Five cents bottle. BE sure and
AJAX for "Mrs. WinslOw's Soothing
Syrup" and take no other kind.
WANTED-25 teams to haul bricks
from our works to Washington, ID. &
Can average $3.50 a day. JACKSON
PHILLIPS BRICK CO., Brick Haven, Va
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1901-07-23

connections at fredericksburg with l'.'
a T. X H.. and NecmS >tcaWn'"t '', ~
Orange with southern an" '"'N"l''"N' ~
Ohio L. r. ,,tt.. II
The only line 20 the thancrilor~Nl"e anu
Wilderness iattlrnclds. Ism,
Eastern standard Time. paiN 'N,'I' . .,'.
day. W Ii. hi' u .NHl', Wv ,t III, A.
Strain No. > leaves Orange the tih M"'""'
in each month at J.. VI.