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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

On last Thursday afternoon Mrs. Junius
Riddick gave very charming cara party
in honor OF the team from the Kate
WhecIock Whist Club. who won the trav-
ding trophy from the Milton c. Work
Whist Club. The team includes Mrs.
Charles Todd. captain; Mrs. Edmund
Waddill. Mrs. n Loder. Mrs. Waller
Scott Others present were: Mrs. War
ner Moore. president Of the club: Mrs. L.
2. Guest the referee, ard Mrs. Riddlck's
sister. Mrs. Charles Page. and Mrs
George Christian The affair was one of
the most delightful OF the season.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

On. Christmas bells. In that fair car
So shelf Ike DO my bidding
And whisper what 10 speak fear
Tell her my heart I'm bringing.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mrs Mae Talley's pupils will give
Lang Song Recital in her studio on Tues
day evening. The selections will be from
The compositions Of Margaret Ruthven
Lang. we'll known as. one of the most
charming OF modern song writers.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Priscilla" which was prodnced BY
local talent at the AcaGeTny last innfS-
dav night. gave music lovers an cppoT
.unity II listening 10 some Very line sesec-
ttons from amateurs. Mrs. John Murphy
who appcared IN the name part charmed
nc, audience by The clever and graceful
presentation OF Priscilla IS well hy her
rich Gear voice.
The month Of Decenlbe7, has determined
10 leave her impress on the social caten-
dar Of 1902 for scarcely Cay has passed
during the month that has not witnessed
some brilliant entertainment. Aniorf
them mast be noted The elegant debut
party given on Thursday by Mrs Thomas
IIoucbton Leary in honor Of her debu-
tante daughter. Miss Nora Lsarr. which
was charming in All OF is appointments
Miss Icary is one OF the most be2utlfui
OF iris seasons buds and her belleshls1 is
ALREADY an assured fact. She hos a us
some figure largo gray eyes. clear COM
piexion. and an abundance CO brown hair
which combine to make her one Of tie
most attractive girls in Tn" younger SCI
Miss Leary is a daughter Of Mrs. ThoEnas
Lcary. who is wei! remembered rs Miss
Purcell ard is niece Of The famous
beauty Mrs James d Patton. VINO as
Mamie LeaI.y svaycd The scoptre Of
belIesFIip for years at the White Sulphur
Springs
Miss Narraret Ctholl Ca:rinEton. the
daughter OF. Mr., and Mrs. Isaac Caring
ton. Miss Helen stevens Miss Sue Spill
ITlan. ana Miss Lima Shields are also
~ t,-- dc
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Oh Christmas l>l.s. pc bold. he bold.
yonr answer? What. rot leave IT.
You rinS back: TITS not tipped VIZ"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

The Misses Carlton entertained very
pleasantly at cards on Thursday after
noon last. The OCCASION was the meet
ing of the Thursday Euchre Club. Those
present were: Misses Ethel and Lucille
Carlton, Mamie Baughman. Bessie Lam
bert. Jennie Hughes. Neelie Watkins.
Maud Rankin. Louise Mccarthy. Georgia
Wilson, Mary Sue Dew. Emily and Neeiie
Lyons. Margaret Darlington. Elise Clark.
Louise Nckenney. Nellie Sutton. Mary
Waddeli, Matte Lambert. Miss Myers. of
Norfolk, and Mrs. Minor.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14
Eandkerchiefs.

yFandkerchiefs.
A Recognized Gift.
With every half dozen purchased a
Decorated Cox will be given free.
Ladies Fine Tucked. with Val lace
edge: also black embroidered corners.
scalioned edge with French f,r
knot finish .j2i2C
Ladies' Pure Linen Handkerchief
embroidered initial with various de-
signs embroidered in corners. -,
4Sc 10 .............-.........sS V
Ladies' Fine Sheer India Linen
Centers. daintily trimmed. with real
Val edge also mourning styles, Aac
trimmed with French knots 49,. roc
Gents All-silk jap. Handkerchfefs
IA. j.. and 81 inches wide
hemstitched; body and border So
"llte -..--...-s-.--.-.. wv
a few exclusive designs in scalIop
edge of Fine Linen Carton
Handkerchiets. for Sl25 and DC
Gents MufHers. all silk. in Black
ard Roman checks. SIS e,ro
and .......--..... ...-.........-.. OJ.S0
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

The Board OF Managers OF Chin1bo.
razo Hospital will have a rumnage sale
on Main street. between Nineteenth and
Twentieth streets, during the whole OF
next week Contributions can be lefI
with Miss Hunter Ferguson Twenty
third ard B:oad streets, or with Mrs.
Garcin. Twenuy-seyenth and Broad
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mrs E Randolph Wilson viii have a.
her guest during the holidays Miss AIlenl
Stokes. who arrived in New York or
Thursday. after an absence of thirteer
months abroad.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

a number of young society girls OF
Richmond have organized a social club
which will have q series Of delightful.
meetings during the winter. The orgaai
cation OF the club is not yet compete,
but Mr- Stuart Gibson is its president
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14
Furs as Gifts.

The npping cold Of few days ago proved to many man
how charming and dainty woman looks wrapped III COM
Portable and dessy rs and they expensive
may Enthusiastically this yearfor took advantage OF the
continued mild spell and bought below value We give
the full benefit OF this cheap buying
Squirrel Nnksa and
als sses-5" $3.50
and in broad ez IN
"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14
Gomej,'s Neckwear.

The completeness OF a wo-
man S toilette depends on what
is worn at the neck. Pretty
-necklNear is sire to appeal to
any one who recognizes its inn
portance. Our styles are
charming and varied. You
cannot make a mistake in
choosing, a simple gift from
the wide range we show.
Ladies and Misses. Lace Collars. in
round and square effect. OF cream and
white. Arabian or Russian lace, Ec<
s2.25 s1.9S CSC. and. ...............So W.
Stock. with bishop ends of taffeta
or chiffon finished with lace and
black trimmings. In various 81
colors. CSC. and .........:............Fo 1
Stock and Pjng-Pong Effect Of
White Mousseline. trimmed 1iyH
in Slack Spanish lace...........O1.s =
Black and White Ruches. of Liberty
Silk. with long ends, 1915. ci;o
$50 sl.9S. and ................. OS.!1
Ladies' Ruche of Black Liberty Silk,
with triple cape. edged with ca d2
narrow white ribbon ..........CNf'@o
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14
CHRISTMAS BELLS.

oh. Christmas bcils thar ring so iouo'
Ana stir the ola town over,
Sound unfo Betty fair, thc proud.
And tell her I'm her lover.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Miss Sarah Baughman. OF Grove ave-
nue.. has issued invitatior, TO Il tea from
to i O'Clock on December so.h followed
by card party in honor OF her guest.
Miss Bradley
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mr.. and Mrs. Evan +. Williams. OF
Buckingham county. are visiting here.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mrs. G. E. Crawford who has been ths
guest of Mr.. Jonn y. CIark's family near
Shirley, mas returned home.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

And Betty won't receive it,
tom N.aSSON.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Miss Ellie Maury Wer,h is the guest
or Miss Marguerite Garland. of WiGmlns
ton. Del. and viii remain until aira
Christmas
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14
Select a lfuAsh Goat.

1e7eC7 q e77yH5H GOu7.
Of Silk, Velour. Fur What dressy fact bet
ter investment than the lady Of our household ared ele
gany? Here few items that will your pocket
greatly and yet Of substantial value
Handsome
Blouse with DID front and bn skirt three Of
heWn rant trimmed IN genuine cuentey lined in so
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14
PERSONAL.

Miss Elizabeth T. Townes has returned
from a pleasant visit 10 her uncle. Gene
raj Lawrence 2. Graham. in Washington,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

The Stay .at-Home Whist Club was en-
tcrtained Tuesday night by Mrs. Harrie
Webster when the top score was made By
Miss Claire Guiilaume and Captain Harrie
Webster. The next meeting will be with
Mrs Walter x. Martin.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mrs. Henry ST. George Ceaiter is tbs
guest Of her son. Mr.. ". D. Coaiter al
Lower Weyanohe. on James river. &C.
coirpany:nS Mrs. Coalter arc her datrgh
ter. Miss Amelia Coalter. and her friend
Miss Maude Paterson
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14


The Young Ladies Missionary Society.
Of Broad Street NJ. Z. church held thier
Christmas sale Thursday. At night they
gave a silver tea. and q very attractive
musical and literary entertainment under
the supervision of the committee. con-
sistng of Miss Mabel Diggs Mrs. Nine
tree Foxes and Mrs. Garter. was given.
Miss Frances piggs. Mrs. ". G. Duke
and Mrs. f. B. Minor sang very delight
fully.
Captain Frank ". Cunningham and Mr.
Oscar Lehman. two Of Richmond's most
por-7lar singers. gave several charming
selections in their usual pleasing style
The literary part of the prosra NINE was
filled by Miss Kate Fuller. and Miss Daisy
Miller. Both of these young ladies never
appeared 10 better advantage or to more
aDD-ec!ative hearers. and were forced to
resIond to encoras several times.
The accompa nists were Miss Penick and
Miss Julia fleming
4 large sum OF money was raised By the
entertainment for the cause OF missions
This society is one Of the most flourish
ing societies at Broad-Street, and Is very
ably assisting the pastor. Rev w b.
Eeauchamp. who has greatly Increased
The missionary enthusiasm since his pas
torate at this church. Broad-Street will
own efforts
The officers for the present year arc.
Mrs. Minetree f'olkes. president; Miss
Mary Willis. vice president: Mrs. Purneu
Jones, secretary: Mrs. Hugh L. Cardoza
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

The Kate Wheecck Whist Club met
Tuesday afternoon at the residence OF
Airs. Charles Todd. The top score north
and south was made by Mrs. Junius R!d-
dick and Mrs. c. c. Walker; east ana
west by Mrs Charles Wingo and MISS
Mamie Robinson The next meeting Will
take place Tuesday at the home of Mrs.
Waller Scott.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Miss Porter Sands left Friday for
Massachusetts TO visit Miss Read. OF
Bedford. Miss Sanis will spend Christ
mas and New Year in the North
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mrs, Wexford c. Reed will entertain
the keswick Whist Club at 'tInsleside,'
on the evening of Dec 20
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

\ nice assortment of Geutlemeu's
Umbrellas. in union or selvedSed taft
feta. with pcpular-shaped natural
wood handles. some metal capped,
others in gold or silver. 9Sc. r2 eo
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

MIR. NJ. ]. billiard formerly of Rich
mond. but more recently of Florence, Ala,
is now in Richmond
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mrs William Waller. Of LvnchbuTg. and
f,as recently made his home in Baltimore.
The bride is popular and possesses many
personal charms Her friends regret that
she will make her future home elsewhee.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Miss Sallie Clarke Cullen. of Lynchburg.
is the guest OF Miss Resale Pettis, 20
Randolph street, this city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mr.. Lewis c. Dillon. OF Keysvilfe haI
left for home after a pleasant visit OF
some length to friends in Richmond.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Captain Henry Coalter cabel! of this
United States army. and Mrs. Caben ex-
pect to arrive IN Richmond soon &c
visit Mr.. and Mrs. j. Aston CabeIs and
Mrs, Herbert Claiborne. Captain and
Mrs. Cabell have been detained by Mrs
Cabelfs sickness from arriving here. az
they had anticipated. earlier in December
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Ehoi1y howg nowa
Yourwa pleasure will ever u more
Teup purhs the
novAe
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Mrs. Sydney Smith, of williamsburg
spent Thursday here with friends.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-12-14

Ladies' Taffeta SILK Umbrellas. with
selvedge edge. the proper style. in TWO
good designs of pearl. silver. or gold
handles, beautifully chased, 81 2
New-York tribune., 1902-03-04

vanced IN years. He tall. erect. manly looA- ~
ing old fellow. with bright piercing eyes 8 %
hair and a shaggy beard. somewhat eccehlrie !"
his ways and extremely reticent During tho -e"
months of our service together in the he'" We
became fast friends, and I never can forget t
kindness to me. particularly when 1 was srea'iS
fatigued by the long and weary journeys "hlch we
were compelled to make, day after day. from ; oaS
light until dark We never thought or buiI ~ ny,
we used to call him Familiarity, as anything MOL
habits with a good disposition. ana as an 80 80
ceedingly careful and accurate stake driver Every
surveyor who has had any experience knows nov
important It is TO be expert IN tne ART oA
driving a stake John Burns understood the PIT pt!UG
fesson thoroughly and applied himseiI 10 II WI WI
intelligent zeal and was proud of his success1ui
endeaVOrs.
1 never saw 'Burnie" after parted IN tne
peaceful little village OF Gettysburg. on that Joyous
day for the first time the iron morse CdiAe
Numbering into the place from Hanover vi %Iln ,, a
train OF behind 1t. But often reCiiii III
wanderngs together over the rolling ana roSAy LLl
of York and Adams counties and remember How
he used to pick blackberries for me from me high
bushes that grew around the old stone WaIis OF te
little cemetery not far from Round Top sum- n NJ
bloodiest recorded in the annals OF Indt
terrible day. when the Third Division OF the FlIth
Army Corps (Crawford's Reserves) sustained suGh
awful losses and my old school chum ana conraGe
Colonel Frederick Taylor. fell at the head or the
"BuCktal" Regiment. - -.,--r-- =
New-York Feb q, 1902.
New-York tribune., 1902-03-04

and the law OF evidence and his fame was not
confined TO this country
edited The Letters Of Chauncey Wright with
Some Account OF His Life QS7S) and "A Western
Tourney with Mr.. Emerson QSSD. made in 1S71
He was fellow OF the American Academy of Arts
and Sciences and a member OF the Massachusetts
Historical Society. He was also constant con-
tributor TO various newspapers and reviews his
last COMPLETED work biography Of John Mar
shall, chief Justice Of the United States 49,.
took place on February II. five hundred Harvard
law students walked in the driving snowstorm
from his house 10 Appleton Chapel a guard Of
honor It was very touching and impressive
sight to these young men standing with bowed
heads on either side of the carriages as they
passed from the college gate to the chapel They
beloved leader whose character based ION
better ground than skill and talent-namely. on
simplicity and uprightnesS ,S,
Professor Thayer's wife was Sophia Bradford
Thayer daughter of the famous Mrs. Ripley. or
Concord and she and two sons and two daughters
survive him. D n. T.
New-York Feb. 2S 1907.
New-York tribune., 1902-03-04

what is required OF gentlemen by his criticism Of
the President because the latter withdrew the
invitation to sit with Prince Henry Of Prussia (and
other gentlemen) at the dinner given by Presi-
dent Roosevelt. He declares that the "Pres-
dent has right to Judge guilty OF conduct
unbecoming a gentleman" etc. Now, IL he was
conversant with the custom in the military
service he ought TO be, he would have reasoned
that until he is purgei OF contempt he ought 10 be
suspended In other words. officer or man in
the military or naval service. If charged with an
offence, may be suspended from duty, put under
arrest placed in confinement for limited period
until an investigation may be had to determine
whether he shall be tried by court martial There
fore, II would seem Just and proper that the rule
of the military service be applied here-that the
President should act he did and restrict Mr.
as United States Senator. with gentlemen officially
or socially entertained by the President; Further
more II Mr.. Tillman had informed himself OF
what is required OF gentlemen. he would not nave
waited for the President TO withdraw the invita-
tion, but would have sent a note TO President
Roosevelt asking to be excused his guest while
under contempt "
New-York Feb 25 1902
New-York tribune., 1902-03-04
NO TROUBLE ABOUT BONDs
HARTMAN & co. WILL TAKE ruos.
BOUGHT FROM MOUNT VERNON

II was rumored in Mount Vernon YESTERDAY A.,
there had been hitch over $1,000 in Nount Sr Ae
non bonds. which were recently purchases -
that city by Hartman Co. OF this citv -
these bonds, $4,000 issued in anticipatIo, .
the collection OF delinquent school taxes and rs 40
for the purchase OF land on which to buyls -
public library. 10 cost $4,000. which was recs-..
offered TO the city by Andrew Carnegie. In ~
said that the bond firm thought that the citv -
reached its constitutional debt limit. and this ~.
the cause OF the delay.
Mayor Fiske of Mount Vernon. when seen hv
Tribune reporter yesterday, said that he had ~.
heard there was any misunderstanding with -
banking firm. He called in Controller Seder ~
said that there trouble over the Carnsv.
library bonds. The sale OF the other bonds ,
delayed technicality. and Representative. :.
the banking firm expected soon to look af,s
them. @1'e'
The Controller added that Mount Vernon .o.,.
issue at least 600 more in bonds beSors \.
reached the debt limit !"
member Of the firm OF Hartman & Co ,,,s
yesterday: There is trouble over the NoTTt
Vernon hands We expect them down TODAY -
tomorrow, and are ready to sign them as soon a.
tions. we expect ar1davit stating thar ~
amount issued is within the proper limits but ws
have had no reason to suppose that this is NOT ~
in this case
In addition to the library and school tax ho,d,
Mount Vernon expects 10 issue $4,000 az -
fciency bonds The money is to be used to paw bl.
due for contingent expenses and salaries.
New-York tribune., 1902-03-04
DUTY ON TRAVEL SOUVENIRS

To the Editor Of The Tribune
Sir: The editorial Travellers and the Customs"
in your issue of February 25 deals admirably with
the manner OF executing the existing law hut is II
not time that new law should be enacted, ad-
mtting free to a reasonable amount such so,Ive-
Mrs of travel have been and never will be
legitimately manufactured I'm the United States as
for instance, Buddhist prayer wheels and stone or
brass images Of the gods OF India. and all photo
graphs and books?
the purchase of any considerable amount of wear
ing apparel on a journey around the world was
informed at the United States consulate in Yoko-
hama that only articles for personal use or wear
were included in the 800 allowance At the custom
house In San Francisco il required nearly a whole
day TO examine the luggage of less than two hum
dred first cabin passengers. and the writer had 10
90 without food between Z a. and d. m
the ransacking went Considerably more than
100 per cent was levied article which wa =
accompanied by bill OF sale. and an inquiry ad-
dressed to the official Sitting the receipt Of
custom in regard to the provision which called for
a duty IN excess of cost answered by ''yVa
don't put the money in our pockets" The writer
two cheap silk handkerchiefs brought in by a
duty, and at least one large boxed package passed
unopened.
Since neither protection 10 American Industries
nor the need of revenue requires petty an allow
ance TO travellers is IL not time to urge n more
liberal provision especially in the matter of souve-
Mrs? II
Yonkers. March l. 1902 "
New-York tribune., 1902-03-04
AGREE ABOUT COUNTY PARKS
ESSEX REPUBLICANS DECIDE ON A REF
ERENDUM ON MANDATORY LEG
ISLATTON.

The question whether the ESSEX County Park
Commission should have mandatory approuris-
ton by the legislature. which the Republican
leaders in Essex have been divided was sattlss
amicably yesterday by an agreement that Il should
be submitted TO a referendum in the election next
November. bill VIII be introduced authorizing
the Board OF Freehoders to appropriate 10000 FOR
maintenance OF the parks this year.
Governor Murphy. who was a member OF the
commission until after he was elected Governor
was in favor OF a mandatory APPROPRIATION and
senator McCarter, who also favored t. introduced
Dill IN the Senate for that purpose. Major Carl
Lentz. chairman or the Republican County Commit
tee asserted however, that the party stood pledged
10 the abolition OF the whole system OF mandatory
appropriations. and the Board OF Freehoiders oD-
posed the demands OF the County Park Commits
sion.
1t is proposed now to abolish the mandatory ap-
preparations for the police and FIRE departments In
municipalities and leave the local governments to
fix their appropriations according 10 their current
needs.
New-York tribune., 1902-03-04
POPULAR OBSERVA ATIONS.
INsoLrNcE. COMPLAINTS AND REDRESS

INsoLENcE. COMPLAINTS AND REDRESS.
To the Editor OF The Tribune
Sir: Referring 10 your editorial OF this date, in
relation 10 insolence the part OF conductors !
would say that / confident that the railway
management would promptly punish the conductor
you describe, II opportunity were given II.
Without knowing any connected with the Met
ropolitan Street Railway Company I have made
various written complaints 10 them. giving par
ticulars- In every instance ] have received a
letter Of thanks my trouble IN helping them to
improve their service and reporting TO me their
action taken IN the case. One was almost
identical with that described by you. Within a
few days after my complaint, the conductor, who
had been suspended without pay, called on my
wife and apologized for his insoence, and begged
accepted his apology. The letter which was
necessary before the conductor could be rein,
stated. was given TO the conductor. who promised
that he would not repeat his offence.
believe that human nature is about the same
In every walk of life and that there conductors
and conductors have heard passengers more
abusive 10 conductors than the reverse, and the
conductors. under provocation, more genuenanly
than the passenger.
consider it a duty when badly treated to COM
plain at the fountainhead, 10 prevent a multiplied
ton OF the abuse. Sehshly Il would be easier 10
Jet the matter drop as most OF us do, and that Is
the reason why abuses grow 1t is manitesty 10
the interest Of tie corporation, who depend upon
the public for their dividends, not 10 insult their
patrons. Therefore. give the officers (who cannot
be every carr a chance to correct evils, by re-
porting them promptly and specifically in detail.
time. ANTI-GROWIA
New-York Feb o. 1902
New-York tribune., 1902-03-04
BROOKLYN PREsBYTERY AND THE GEN
ERAL ASSEMBLY.

To the Editor OF The Tribune.
Sir: sorry TO that. reported in The
Tribune this morning. a leading member of the
Presbytery of Brooklyn allowed himself at a recent
meeting OF that body TO speak disparagingly OF the
legislation Of the General Assembly. The occasion
certainly not happy one for talk of that kind
The regulation as to reception of candidates for
the ministry which he seems 10 have characterized
as a bad law enacted in some way rendering It un-
worthy of respect or obedience is what is known
in the Presbyterian Church constitutional rule
1t formulated in General Assembly and
then overturned sent, TO the pTesbyteries Tor
their consideration It before the prespyter1eS
for a whole year, and became law by their vote,
1S4 presbyteres for, and 90 against, and among the
presbyteries that approved was the Presbytery OF
Brooklyn. WILLIAM A. HOLIDAY.
Lakewood n j, Feb. 26 1902