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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

present taxing system under which the
revenue for the support Of the State and
county governments is raised IS both an
tiuuatcd and incquitable and for years has
afforded just cause for widespread and
most persistent complaint The hope of
improving this system by making it more
equitable and just induced a large por-
ton OF the proper y-owncrs Of the State
to vote to call the Constitutional Con-
ventior. In many sections Of the State
the subject Of taxation was rated in inn
portance above that of suffrage or any
other question with which the convention
would be called upon to deal The Com
Inittee on Taxation Of the convention has
considered the subject and has prepared
an ordinance that we fear will fall very
far short Of what the people of the State
had reason to hope for or to expect. It
in1prcsses us as very little, if any, i'm
provement on the provisions Of the pres
ent Constitution, and will undoubtedly
prove a great disappointment to those who
based their hope for relief upon the ac-
ton Of the convention. The report of
committee is ably discussed by Major
r. V. Gaines, of Charlotte county, in a let
ter to The Richmond Times which we
publish in another column Of this issue
and to which we invite the attention Of
our readers as in every way worthy of
their thoughtful consideration.-Bruns
wick Gazette.
The Charlottesville Progress favors
white teachers for negro schools, claim
ing that the present system is a failure.
1t says that before the Civil War in
sanity, the crime of assault, vagrancy and
the presence Of venereal diseases among
the colored race were practically un-
known. Can any one deny their exist
ence to-day? We think not. We have no
personal en1nity against the colored peo-
pie. We favor everything that will tend
desire their future happiness. But we
cannot forget the teachings Of expert
ence, Of natural laws. and the powers OF
environment, and because We cannot dis
regard these facts, we are forced to the
position we occupy."-Bedford Bulletin.
The position Of The Mirror is simply
this: Law and order are the keynotes
to civilization, and obedience thereto Is
the highest type of citizenship. On the
other hand, lynching and riot are the
natural products of savagery and de-
pravity and can never, under the divine
light of the twentieth century, be con-
strued as acts of chivalry and gallantry.
We presume there is not a man in all
this law-abiding, peaceful county who
would not shoot a brute whom he caught
in the act of invading the sacred pre-
cincts of his home and brutishly outrag-
ing his wife and daughter. This would
be but human-tliS would be chlvalrlc--
this would be gallant. But after the
fiendish act has been commtted-after the
demon has been caught and confessed
his crime-can we. as types of civlliza-
tion-can we. as followers of the meek
and lowly Jesus who taught us that we
should not kill-that vengeance was His
and that He would repay-wc repeat,
can we afford to educate riot and advo-
cate anarchy?
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
Aft, rnoon Class Wins.

The running track Of the Y. N. c. a.
Gymnasium was crowded Thursday night
with spectators, who came to witness the
athletic contest Between the afternoon
and evening classes. The work OF both
classes was creditable, and several very
good records We're made. The afternoon
class won by a sood score. The point
were. afternoon men, SOL; evening men. 466
The afternoon class is preparing eiao,r-
ataly for a gymnastic exhibition next
Thursday evening.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
Valentines Day.
fFrou the New Orleans Times Democrat
BE you my valentine, and I'll engage
To go forthwith upon a pilgrimage.

BE you my valentine and I'll engage
To go forthwith upon a pilgrimage.
Alone? Aye, if I must!-but verify,
The path were smoother if you went with
me!
And whittier? soothly, where do lovers
Wien to their patron saint they bow them
low?
You know not? True, tbs man whose
weary knees
Are worn with kneeling to Saint Prax-
edes!
..Nhy, that's in Rome. and Rome is far
you say;
land rough, and haply dangerous, the
way!
Ills freely granted. But the good saints
shrine
Is there; and, sweet, I'd win my valen-
tine!
What Go I hear? A dolt to cross the sea?
AND you--and you my Valentine will be?
Bliss:-I forswear.--no pilgrimage for me!
CLINTON SCOLLARp.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

friends OF the Constitutional Convention.
The table was decorated in pink carna-
tions, silver candelabra, and Battenburs
over satin. The guests included Hon.
uonn Guuue. JUICE uleSors, ~. Duna-
way, Claggett 3. Jones, Judge Kendall.
~, y. ,.esCott, of the vnstitt.,ioat.i Con-
vention, and Mr.. Gum and Mr.. Quarles.
OF this city. Hon. A. p Thorn and Hon.
a. =. braxton accepted invital.ons 10 De
present, but were kept away on account
OF uineSS.
The Junior Hollywood Memorial Asso-
citation met yesterday at IL o'clock, with
Mrs. Elizabeth Townes IN the chair.
The care OF the Lee Monument has also
been given into tits charge OF the junior
Association, and a part of the proceeds
which they have in hand will be reserved
for the purchase OF two handsome flags
to be placed on the monument. Tho
franks OF the association are returned
to the different committees who so eff
GENTLY managed the last annual enter
tainment.
\ most enjoyable surprise party was
rendered the Misses Voegter in their
home, near lakewood Cemetery, TUESDAY
evening. Among those present wcrn
Misses Annie Giannotti, Mamie CoShI!.
Kate yoegler, Fannie Johnson, Hettie
Bertha Graves, Fannie Dietrich Hettio
Swoob, Louise Dietrich and Messrs.
Thomas f. Baglcy. Thomas Hope. Ray
nond Buchanan, Willie Kelley, David
Ross, John VoegIsr, Audie Buchanan.
Herbert Swoob. Harry Voesler, Charles
billiard John Dietrich and Frederick
Dietrich Tho chaperon was aIrs. NJ. Z.
ToegIer.
The intermediate concert Of the Wo-
mans College was held last night at S
o'clock in the college chapel, which was
decorated in hearts. which We're seen
hanging from the chandeliers and on the
programme.
The musicale. which was under the di-
rection Of Miss Rose Sweeney was fol-
lowed by an informal reception
The Art Club gave an informal recep-
ton. which, was much enjoyed. last night.
in honor OF their new teacher, Miss WIZ
lianls a delightful programme was rem
dered. and refreshments served TO thoss
present
charming dinner was mat Wednesday
given by Miss Mary Taylor. Invited TO
meet Miss Taylor were Misses Crutchileld
and Fisher. Of New York.
Miss Matte Moore Leitch win leave to-
day on visit to friends in Ashland
Miss Younge. OF Henderson. n. c.. is
the guest OF Mrs. Henry Cannon.
Miss Helen HUNT, OF Balttomre, Is WIS.,
ting her uncle, Major HUNT. On Park
Avenue.
Miss Lucy G.. Hathaway. OF Chester. 4
PENN is the guest of her sister, Mrs. M
bert Hunt, No. 100 North Leach Street.
4
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
The Baptist Sundays Schools.

The February meeting Of the Baptist
Sunday-School Association of Richmond
a1li, Manchester viii be held at Broadus-
Memorial Church. Thirty-second and
Broad Streets, Sunday afternoon at $3.50
o'clock. Professor Winston, Of Richmond
College, will speak. and an attractive mu-
steal programme will be rendered ty the
orchestra of the Broadus-M Memorial Bible
School The meeting will be held in the
Bible School department of the new
building.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

add to its capacity and improve the plant
generally, putting about $4,000 additional
into It
The Tupclo tMiss) Tupelo cotton mills
have decided to largely increase the ca
pacity Of their plant, probably 100 per
cent. Tho work of construction is to be
undertaken carly In the spring.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
New Equipment,

j The Passenger and Power Company has
received a consignment of ten cars, which,
when they have been put in operation.
will be among the finest-equipped street.
cars in use in the city. The cars will be
used on the Hollywood line of the COM
many over Broad and Main Streets.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
Claim Paid Promptly,

Worthy Patriarch T. T. Baker and
Scribe J. Cal. Williams, OF Fairfield
Lodge, No. II, Royal Tribe Of Joseph,
paid over to the widow of James A Hunt
a few days ago the sum of $3.50, which
was the amount OF his certificate.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
A Wo d of Comm ndntion.

THE Times is in receipt CT the following
very gratifying letter:
The Times IS the most popular paper
taken at this Office. and is daily increas-
ing in popularity. Independent in politi-
cal views and answering in fidelity to
principle, it has gained tho confidence OF
the people and is welding wide aud
healthy influence in the community,
r. H. BOYD. 8
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
Beats / usseii Record.

In discussing the coming of the large
batch of Southwest prisoners to the peni-
tertiary Thursday, General Rufus A
Ayers says his county of Wise sent in
seventytwo to Major Helms during last
year,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
VIRGINIA 40. les.

No subject that has or viii come be-
fore the Constitutional Convention for.
consideration is OF greater importance
and OF more vital interest to the people
OF virginin Of all classes, regardless of
race or color. tha.i that OF taxation, Tbs.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

The celebration last night OF the eight
eenth anniversary of the Rev. Dr.. Robert
p. Kerr as pastor OF the First Presbyte-
rian Church gave fitting expression to
the affection and esteem in which this
popular minister is held. On. Kerr has
done 9 great work in Richmond and is
honored and loved, not only by Presbyte-
rians. but by the people generally.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
VIRGINIA. TOBACCO ABROAD.

The Times printed in IT'S news columns
yesterday the following special from Ia
coma, Washington:
Railway shippers comment on amount or
Virginia tobacco being shipped from Rich
rnond to Japan, via this port. Shortly pc
fore The Northern Pacific steamer Iacoma
lef an entire trainload, amounting TO Tour
hundred and fifty hogsheads, arrived. ana
was forwarded on that vessel. Since then
more has arrived at different times, await
ing departure of the steamer Victoria
The entire amount here and en- route
from Richmond is estimated at ninety
carloads. or fourteen hundred hoGshea1s.
The long overland haul causes comnent;
the actual route of these shipments "ou!d
te via Liverpool and the Suez CanSi.
Whether low rates or shorter ulle III
flucnceI routing is yet unknown.
When the Isthmian Canal is cut hich-
ronds exports, in Richmond's ships, can
sail straight from Richmonds docks 10
The tobacco and cotton and manufactures
Goods markets in Japan and Siberia and
China and India and Australia and the
Pacific coast of the two Americans With
ont breaking bulk from port to port-an
immense economy in transportation, with
a corresponding influence upon prices ana
tho ability of Richnond's merchants to
compete.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
Elks Donate.

Richmond Lodge of Eks has donated
SOS to the City Mission, TO be used for
the assistance of the poor of the city.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
.nswer no.-Leesburg S1irror.
PERSONAL MD CRIT AL.

Prince Henry, soor after returning from
the United States, will celebrate the quar-
ter centenary Of his service in the navy.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

The manufacturers have made up large
quantities Of Prince Henry souvenirs, and
il everything turns out right they will be
out on the street in the course Of a few
DAYS. In addition TO the buttons and
badges there will be rosettes of German
colors photographs, canes with small
German flags attached to them, and Il lot
Of other things emblematic of the Ger
man Prince.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

Tile public is unable to forget that the
gentlemen making all the dire predictions
concerning the Philippines are the same
;cssimists who used to tell US Of the ter
rible things that would be sure to happen
to the country il VIC did not at once pro-
coed to the free and unlimited coinage OF
silver at the ratio ST l6 to / without the
aid or consent OF other nations.-Wash-
ington Post
The public is also unable TO forget how
the Post whooped up these same calamity
how,ers and tried to make the people be-
iieve they We're right. No paper, not even
the New York Journal. gave the free Sill
yer people Of Virginia moro comfort than
the Washington Post. 1t i'll becomes the
Post now to mock them
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
PERSONAL.
LOST AND FOUND.

LosT-SUNDAY AFTERNOON OR MONDAY
in the Deighborhood Of Fifth and Leigh
Streets, Il lady's small open-fsce silver
WATCH, with rope chain. Reward il return
cd 10 No. 416 East Leigh Street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

Agnes-Yes Tn very fond OF skating. I
think could live at the North Pole.
Louise-Nonsensc! There isn't a man
there.
Agnes-But I don't think it woult p be
long before there would be.-New York
Sun.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

An Associated Press dispatch from
Austin, Texas. says within the last three
DAVIS a number of insurance companies
which have been doing business IN Texas
have Informed Secretary of State Todd
that they have Withdrawn from the
State, owing to the operation of the anu
trust act. which requires that the eXecu-
tive officer of each company shall make
affidavit that it does not belong to any
bureau or organization which has for its
object the fixing or maintaining of in
surance rates. Nearly all OF these COM
panies are European concerns. state
Commissioner of Insurance Johnson has
been advised that there are eleven insur-
ance companies which did business in
Texas last year that have announced
their intention of withdrawing from this
State. This will make eighteen Insurance
companies 10 leave the State on account
of the antitrust law enforcement.
The suits recently instituted in Young
county against four Insurance companies
for heavy penalties Tor alleged violation
Of the anti trust law have caused these
companies to resolve TO quit the Texas
field.
y State may regulate corporations to
its hearts content. but it cannot make
their DO business within its borders
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

II charity were not expected to cover a
multitude of sins there would be very ut
tie of it.-Chicago Record-Iierald.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

At the Lexington yesterday was Mrs.
j. Watkins Lee, Of Lexington, Va. wife
OF the proprietor Of several Florida ho-
tells. Mrs. Lee Is on her way North.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

Mr.. George {. Hunter and Mr.. George
Hayden, both Of Newport News, were at
the New Fords yesterday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

One of the members Of the Board of
Fisheries. Mr. S. r. Miller. was at Muir
phys yesterday. Mr.. Miller was in the
city on personal business.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

at Murphy's was registered rur. w.
Samuel Goodwin, Commonwealth's At
torney at Empor1a. He is accompanied
by his wife.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

DR.. w. z. Andrews, accompanied by his
brother, Mr. Ed. w. Andrews, of Woon-
socket, r. T., was registered at the Lex.
jngton yesterday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

WANTED, A BUTLER. NONE NEED APPLY
without good references. Call between II A..
II. and 3 P. NJ, No. East Franklin Street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

Six tourists, en- route for the Charles
ton Exposition, passed through Richmond
yesterday--all from Hoosack Falls, ". Y.
The party consists Of Mr.. W. A. Cahill.
Elf. George w. Van Hynnlng, Mr.. G. T.
". Smith. Mr.. Levi Z. Worden. Mr.. John
T. Cahill and Mrs. Louis Haussler. All
were registered at the New Ford's.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

WANTED FOR T. S. ARMY: ABLE
bodied, unmarried men between ages OF
q and 50, citizens of United States, or good
character and temperate habits. who can
speak, read and write English: For
further information apply to RECRUIT
ING OFFICER. ITO East Broad.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

a phantom. party was much enjoyed by
those who were at the residence OF Mrs
Wood last night. who threw open her
doors to the public, for the benefit Of the
Ladies' Aid Society OF Emmanuel Baptist
.Cfiarch rnSt-urrsntal ard vocal music
was rendered by Mr. and Mrs. S. s. Per-
kins, Miss Amorett Green, Miss Lily
Smith, Miss Lena Snead. Mrs. Anderson
and the EastjEnd Quartette.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

From Wilmington, Del, bound South,
. party, consisting of Mr.. and Mrs. Jesse
X. Handy and Mr.. and Mrs. Vincent c..
Walker, passed through Richmond yes
terday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

"In the Service CT the King Circle OF
Kings Daughters gave a charming vaf-
entine tea yesterday at No 112 East
Franklin Street. at which the decorations
were in red. the valentines t'eing placed
I,e-a and thare. The receivins party con-
sisted of Miss Porter Sands. Miss Louise
Atkins. Miss Mary Lathrop. Miss Ger
trude Clarke. Miss Addie Bowe and Miss
Mary Wolverton.
The Misses Jones. No. 7os East Franklin
Street gave a delightful supper to their
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

Miss Maria Moseey was among the
dancers at the Carnival germrn which
was danced i'll New Orleans. The hand
some hall was draped in pale blue and
silver, and during the evening calcium
lights We're thrown on tho dancers. Five
pretty favor fgurss were introduced,
among the favors received being boas
OF pink roses and vioIsts. with Ions float
inS end Of chiffon; dainty work baskets
lined with satin. siided bows and arrows.
ard quaint Indian pipes, oUsr the stem
of which bright colored beads were
strung.
The New Orleans Daily Picayune''
says: Mrs. William Mitchell OF Rich
.nond. Va, is very charming woman
and is the guest of Mrs. Hugh D. Nc
Gown for the Carnival Other Virgin
ians in the Mardi Gras city are: Miss
Mamie Payne, OF Warreuton, who is the
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. George 8. Peurose;
Miss Brownie Miller, OF NythevilIe. the
guest of Miss Mabel Walker, who enter
tanned last night in her honor at cards,
and Mrs. Myer Saal. Of Petersburg.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

Mr.. and Mrs. J. Sims Good and two chill
dren, all of Philadelphia, were registered
at NIurphy's yesterday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

Boydton, Va. Fec. 18Th
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15
WANTED.
waNrEp-MALE HELP.

WANTED, TRUSTWORTHY PERSON IN EACH
county to manage business: old established
house; solid financial standing: straight bona
fde weekly cash salary OF SIS paid by check
each Wednesday with all expenses direca
penses MANAGER, $50 Canton Building
Chicago.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-02-15

Mr.. Daniel Trigg, a brother of William
R. Trigg, the. shiubuilder, was at Muir
phys yesterday. Mr.. Trigg is from
Abingdon. While in the city he called on
his brother. who has been ill for SOME
time.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1902-04-09
BEST WISHES
From p. 5. HalIeck to
School Board.
Communications Contained Two
designations Last Night

Communications were read at the
meeting of the School Board, last
night, from two teachers, announcing
their designations. One WAS from
Principal Z. S. Halleck, whose resig-
nation has been spoken of before. In
it Mr.. Halleck spoke of his best wish
es for the Board and the success of the
Akron schools. This communication
required no action on the part of the
School Board, Mr.. Holleck having al
ready left his service in the Akron
schools.
The other communication dated Co
lumbus, O., told the story of n teacher
whose health had been broken down
under the strain of her work and who,
while now away for her hcalth's sake,
was forced to notify the Board that
she would be unable to resume her
duties. This teacher was Miss Mary
l.. Aston.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1902-04-09
"IS THE SOLICITOR
NOT OUR SERVANT?"
Another Furry Over Resolution to Repeal
Patrol Operator Law

The resolution to repcal the ordi.
nance creating the position of patrol
operator came before Council, Tues.
day night, and caused considerable
discussion, which ended In the fur.
ther tablng of the resolution for two
weeks.
During the discussion Mr.. Martin
asked how II came that the Board
wanted the ordinance repealed, mas
much as 1t was already dead letter
by acts of the Board The Board two
years ago, without consulting Council,
made the operators policemen, and
more than six months ago increased
their salaries to $50 a month. Prior
to this, they were getting $50 a month
Mr.. Piske pointed out that the oper.
atOrs worked only eight hours a day,
while patrolmen worked 10, and that
their work was much easier. This
is not fair to the patrolmen," he said
'and looks to me as if the only OBJ.
ject the Board had in making the
change was to give the operators u
better thing of it,"
Mr.. McMillen explained that the
Board had supreme power in police
matters, and the change of operators
to policemen was for the purpose OF
simplifying matters so that the opera
tors could do patrol duty when ever
required He said that the increase
in pay was proper, owing to the fact
that the operators as policemen were
entitled to the pay of policemen. Mr.
McMillen also stated that Edward J.
Russell had presented bill to the
Board for back pay. from the time
that the operators were made police
men and he said he believed it could
be collected.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1902-04-09
l25 CHICKENS
And a Coop We're Burned at
Mogadore.
Especial Correspondence


Mogadore, April S.-A large poultry
house, owned by John Weaver, was
burned down Monday evening, with
125 chickens. The Logtown fire de
partment was called out, but the build
ing was too near destruction wheI
the department arrived for it to dc
any good. Damages amounted tC
about 5000. The fire is thought to
have started from an explosion of g
lamp in brooder.
Simon Hoover is ill.
Mr.. Kriner and son have quit the
job of lighting the town lamps.
Harry Sheehy, former resident
now student at the Ohio State Uni
versity has been visiting friends il
town during the past week.
Curt Fenton, superintendent of the
Akron Smoking Pipe Co., has returned
from st. Louis, where he has been or
business.
Warren Kriner is i'll.
Rev. Bristler, of Hudson, held ser.
vices at the Disciple church Tuesday
evening, with good attendance.
The Akron Smoking Pipe Co. now
employs a new machinist named Chas
Buoygegrain, of Akron.
Mr.. Dali Baily has gone to Massillon
A party was held at the home of Mr..
Albert Hale, by their neighbors, being
celebration of the birthday of Mrs
Hale. The party was well attended
Anson Thornton and wife, of Youngs-
town, We're in town, the past week, Wis
iting friends.
Mr.. Peter Snyder and Miss NEEDY
MINER were quietly married at the
home of her sister. Mrs. Ford Stahl
Thursday, by Rev, Bristler, of Hudson
Mr. Rubel and family have removed
to Kent.