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Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19
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conditions
which benefca
the
condition
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beneficial
combination and also from the method Of manufacture which ensures that perfect purity and
from the use needed and
but
ctonahe quality beneficial
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

Mrs. Windows Soothing Syrup.
For children teethfng, softens the gums, reduces m
dammation asys pain wind coiic. 25c bottle
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19
DEFIANCE STARCH

A wise man is as slow about giving ad-
vice as fool is about taking 1t.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19
Halls Catarrh Cure
5 taken internally. Price, 15c.

Meeks-Who was the best man at your
wedding. old chap? Weeks-Sometimes l
am almost persuaded that my wife was.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

A bunco steerer is described as a maj
who lives by his wits and other people.
lack of wits.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

A schoolboy defines the equator as "a
menagerie lion running around between
the north and south pole"
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

The young man who can't marry a girl
with dollars is lucky If he finds one with
sense.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

What is the difference" asked the
boy. between a fixed star and an or
dinary starr II suppose" replied Mr.
Furstniter his father, "a fixed star is
one who gets his salary regularly"
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

Girls who have no diamonds say q
II vulgar to wear them.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

With some people prosperity is the
advance agent Of adversely.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

what makes the Irish SO quick tenn
pered? II suspect 1t is because they
come from IRELAND
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

II 1t Is true as reported that the wall
paper trust has gone to the wall, we
may begin to put the paper there.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

A mans reach should exceed his
grasp, or what's heaven for?-Robert
Browning.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

$40 A WEEK AND EXPENSES
to men with rig to introduce our Poultry goods.
Sendstp. Javelle Mfg. Co. Dept d, Parsons, Kan.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19
AEA&nMMEEMMAMM MMtM&EzsGMaE EMMHE
" ".
3SOME EARLY HISTORYk
Observation-Disclosures
Especial Letter.

E: ]: !: !: : !: 8
~ HE sc-called parallels of
N history have afforded op-
portunities for much anus
ing and instructive specula-
J ton on the part of historical
~ writer's, and these some
times remarkable coinci-
dences of events. though not
infrequently they are more fanciful
than real have given rise to the quasi
automatic saying that history repeats
itself.
When, early in April, 1893, news was
received of the execution of Louis
XVI, and that the French republic
had declared war against England, a
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19

THE BEST RESULTS IN sTARCHIN0
can be obtained only by using Defiance
Starch. besides getting 4 OF. more for
same money--Eo cooking required.
Gilpin observer., 1902-06-19
BsR0M .!s .as : sss
Bankrupt Sad ssddisv' is,,'' Hsrass, H,%sr s.

of tho Leonard Scheck Saddlery Co. unt til July 8h
On July 9th bids will be received for the entire
stock remaining. Joseph p. Dunn, Trustee, Denver
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
PROSPECTS GOOD
FOR JAMES RIVER
Mr.. Curtis Heard by Rivers and
Harbors Committee and is
Pleased With Reception.
(specIal Dispatch to The Times.l

WASHINGTON. D. c., Jan. 25.-Mr.
William H Curtis appeared before the
Committee on Rivers and Hartors at
o'clock to-day for hearing IN behalf OF
the James River interests. He present.
cd. in a very able manner, the case of
Jams River in general and OF Richmond
in particular, and received close atten
;tion from the committee, and expressed
himself to the representative OF Iha
Times as very well pleased with his re
ception.
From private conversations win those
qualified to speak on the subject. II
seems safe to say that the chances that
Richmond will get all size asks for from
the present Congress, in the way OF river
and harbor Improvement, are very favor
aIle.
CAPTAIN Curtis expresses himself as
more than encouraged at the outlook,
and saws; he feels justified in expecting
q, goot, appropriation for Richmoho ana
the James River and the establishment
Of the continuing contract plan 1or WORK
done there.
Much reliance is placed in the efforts
of the Rivers and Hdrbor5 congress ny
those fro mall parts of the country VINO
are Interested in river and harbor I'M
nrovement This congress made q deep
IMPRESSION on the Committee on RIVERS
and Harbors and the Senate committee on
Commerce when. it appeared before them
two weeks ago because or It's oiSiiite-e'e
edpess in any special locality. Members
Of both the Senate and House Commit
tees have expressed themselves privately
as greatly impressed with the earnest
ness and sincerity of this body. and there
is no doubt but that its Efforts IN the
rast and those it will bring to bear IT
the future will have a strong Influence
with the present congress. a meeting
of the Rivers and Harbors Congress will
be called in the near future. when plans
for the future will be discussed and &C
tlvty continued,
Saptain Lamb called at the Bureau of
Animal Industry to-day and also on
Secretary Wilson to have the counties of
Henrico and Goochland declared out OF
the quarantine. He was informed by the
Secretary that the matter must be re-
ferred TO the State authorizes. upon whose
recommendation he would ace.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
APART MENT HOUSE
ON WEST FRANKLIN
MIR. ]. Scott Parrish to Erect an
Immense Structure Cost.
ing SIS, 900.

Nr. J. Scott Parish VII shortly bui.d An
immense apartment house on West Frank
lin Street The location is near Monroe
lark, but the exact lot is not known, and
MIR. Parrish will not tell. Neither Will
the real estate agents who know about
it. But that tho apartment house will be
erected is q certainty.
EIr Parrish was asked about It last
evening, but would not discuss the mat
ter TO the extent Of giving particulars.
He did not deny it, and. indeed, SAID
enough to confirm IL He said that he did
not wish his intention printed yet until
every detail OF the arrangements was
made Then he would give it to all the
papers. Further than thls nc would nor
so.
The house is to be modern in every
particular. 1t will cost probably more
than 1000. 1t win be ninety feet high,
or not less than seven stories, possibly
eight. Brick and stone will be used in
the construction. The building will be
dre-proot.
bic convenience that the great apartment
houses of New York, Washington and
Baltimore have.
1t is understood that Messrs. Noland
and Baskerville, architects OF this city,
arc preparing the plans for Mr.. Parrish.
This makes two large houses of this
kind that are nearby possibilities.
The other apartment house is spoken
of TO be located at Third and Main
Streets, where the WarrinSer drug
store is This property is owned by theies-
tate of Charles E. Whitlocll. Mr.. James
&. Gordon has control of the property
as the administrator Of the N-hitlock es-
tate
Tho talked of plan in this instance is
also TO erect a house of flats seven or
eight stories high, to build it of brick.
and to make it modern establishment
in every particular
@-iIf this house be built, II VIII nave three
stores on Main Street. and the flats will
front on Third Street, which is regarded
by all as ono Of the most desirable resi-
Dental streets In the city.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
VIII Rear Gifts.
(By Associated Press.l

BERLIN. Jan. 23.-Adn?iral Prince
Henry of Prussia selected at the court
jeweirs this morning, about nifty pres-
ents for Americans. with whom he VIII
como specially in contact during his visit
10 the United States. The presents IN
ciude several gold and silver boxes, set
with diamonds They have the EN-
peror's monogram encircled with dia-
monds, enamelied on them: gold. and sill
ye, cigarette cases, on which His Ma
jesty's autograph is traced in small ala-
monds and small compasses, enclosed IN
gold and silver boxes, with "Hohenzol-
lerrl'' enamclled on them, besides larger
and more valuable gifts.
A number OF cuff-1inks, brooches ana
scarf-pins, with the initial K" in dla-
nonds, are also included among the pres
cnts The latter are intended for less
important persons
Official secrecy is maintained az 10
what the Emperor and Prince Henry Will
present to the President, Admiral Rob
ley Evans and Miss Alice Roosevelt, al
though it is we'll known that His Majesty
will send Miss Roosevelt a iewele6 brace
let and Prince Henry will probably offer
the President fins hunting gun. with
interchangeable shot and rife barrels and
lis accompanying equipment.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24

cali the evidence that had hfen secured
against him, pointing out the fact of the
finding of the bloody ciothes,etlle bloody
knife and the bloody condition OF his
inger-nail parings, and atllsed him to
confess. as he woui,l net want to DIE
with !. lie on his soul. Hisgilbotilaln,
however persisted in denying his quit.
1t was some time after that$whcn ] had
left the Jail that an officer came to me
and told me that IIigsinbotltam wished
to make a confession. When | returned
to the Jail IIigginbotham, as soon as he
caught sight OF nc, said: Doctor, am
guilty Of it all He ti1nn, in replies to
questions, related the principal incidents
of the crime, but did not Sc extensively
into details He declared taat lie had
not planned an attack on the Webher
home. l,ut admitted that he had watched
Mrs Webber from time to time
MRS. WEBER ON THE STAND.
Mrs. Webber was the, next and last
witness. She is small delicate look
ing little woman, and from all appear
ances does not weigh pger lety-flve or
& hundred pounds In telling her sad
story her voice WAS at, first Very iudis-
tinct, but soon she seemed to rorSet llcr-
self and only 70 remamhes; the fearful
experience through which she had pass
ed Her manner WIS zSinnle ladT-llke
ana modest, and as she uttered the a"-
iul words of her recital thc&croWd III tn:
courtroom was held spell hound. 1t was
an intensely dramatic scene: Ber. story
which was told in resnonse TO frequent
questions from the Commemorative At
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
PRINCE HENRY MAY
YET VISIT THE CITY
This Itinerary, as Approved, Car
ries Him as Far South
as Chattanooga.
(By Associated Press.J

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. 23.-Em-
peror William las approved the pans of
the Committee on Arrangements for the
reception of Prince Henry as TAR as they
so. The plan looks to as fair a divi-
sion Of the time as conditions allow be-
tween sections of the country, and to
that end it is now proposed to take the
distinguished visitor as far into the
South as Chattanooga, as lar West as
St. Louis and as far North as Milwau-
kee on one side and Boston on the other.
The Prince will arrive in New York on
Saturday. and will spend his first Sun
day in America quietly in that city, pay
ing a visit to Grants tomb, in Riverside
Park He viii leave after midnight, ar
irving i'll Washington about l0:SQ o clock
Monday morning. lie VIII be mot at the
station by a military guard, made up of
d squadron of cavalry and battery OF
artillery, both from Fort Afyer. With
this escort he will proceed to the Ger
man Embassy, and a detail of engineers
from the Washington Barracks will be
watch the Embassy day and night as
long as the Prince remains here
The second Sunday will probably be
spent at Chattanooga, and d visit will ~.
paid to the great National Park at Chick
amaug;l The third and iase Sdnea oi
the Princes stay in America will be spent
in New York, where he VIII rest anG visit
some of the German social organiZa-
tions In this way the committee has
avoided the necessity of travelling on Sun-
day.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
In the Heusc.
IRr Associated Press.

WASHINGTON, D. c.. Jan. 2S.-The
consideration OF the urgent deficiency
bill, which has been under debate in the
House since Monday, was completed: to-
day, but, owing to The lateness of the
1lour, The vote on the passage OF the bill
was postponed until tomorrow. = sue
ccssful effort was made to increase the
pay OF rural free delivery carriers from
$500 10 $500 per annum.
Mr. Hill of Connecticut, made the mo-
ton to increase the appropriation for this
purpose. II was resisted by Mr. cannon
and Mr.. Loud, chairman OF the Postot1ce,
Committee, on tho. ground that the
method was Irregular but the members
with rurat constituents supported it, anc
it was adopted I09 TO IS.
Mr.. Cummings, of New York, explained
his action of yesterday on the Philip
pine army post. He closed by saying
that his party started right on the sub
ject, but ended lniserably- lie said he
voted as he did as a Democrat-as a
Tammany Hall Democrat. and was
proud of it. anG added: There is no
politics in a question where the lives of
American soldiers arc at stake
Mr.. Kahn, of California, who visited
the Philippines last summer, said that il
inc minority kllSW tl Jilc 'ouihN'ihoS' VI
the soldiers in the Philippines, because
of lack Of quarters, there would not
have been Il vote against the Cannon
amendment yesterday
Mr. Pierce, of Tennessee. said if such
was the case. the President and officers
of the army were responsible, as they
had abolute authority in the kn"ippineS-
SLAVERY IN JoLO GROUP
Mr.. Cannon, in speaking of the Manila
post. said he was sorry that he could
not satisfy the other side, adding we
have got the Philippines and we nave
never parted with an acre of ground.
While the heathcns rage VIC so marching
on"
! The discussion in the House turned upon
! slavery in the Jolo group. in the Philip
pines. Mr. Gaynes. Of Tennessee. VINO VINO
| had visited the group. said that the
United States officers told him they could
do nothing to stop slavery because OF inc
treaty between the United States ana
the Sultan,
Mr.. Moody. Of Massachusetts. said thal
the United States had never given couli-
tensnce to slavery in the Philippines
Mr.. Mercer. of Nebraska, who visited
tf7e islands. said slavery was decreasing.
MIR. Cochran. of Missouri declared tndt
many of the slaves were owned ly Mo-
harnmcdans.
An amendment TO the Dill nrovlues
SIG, 900 for incidental expenses OF commit
tees who attended the funeral OF Fres'-
dent Mckinley.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
VETERINARY SURGEONS.
AuousI Meeting OF the State Association
Held

The annual. meeting. OF the Virginia
State Veterinary Association was held
yesterday afternoon at F'ord's Hotel. Or,
ganization for the coming year resulted
in the election of the following officers:
President Fl. Fl. Bannister. of Roanoke:
First President DR.. II 5. Willis. OF
Rapidan; Second Vice-President, Dr; +. j.
urer, DR. w IT. GilchrIst. of Norfolk.
The new members taken in yesterday
were: Thomas Frazier, c. II. Epps and
A +. Smith. of Richmond: Herbert
Ycung, of Washington. D. c.: D. Eugene
Block, of Newport News and S. c. Mex,
of Stallnton
The secretary was instructed to recon-
mend to Governor Montague the appoint
ment of DIR. H. S. Willis, of Fapdan. as
member OF the State Board of Veterinary
Examiners to succeed Or. -Bowlyn, ire
signed.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24

plished by the Dingley law" continued
Mr.. Hale. is 10 me the most amazing
record ever exhibited to the world in the
absorption of foreign trade. We absorbed
foreign trade in the great countries tiaat
are competitors OF ours. We have not
wasted our energies in r dream of what
is called Oriental trade We do not need
additional markets
Mr. Hanna replied that the United
States had not conquered the markets oil
Europe and the markets OF the world
We're vet an unexpiored field for us.
MIR. Hale then offered an amendment
transferring to the new department the
Interstate Commerce Commission.
Pending action upon this and other
amendments which had been offered
Mcssrs Elkins, Cockrell. Money. Marti1'
Spooner. Hale. Hoar, A1cCuml,er aud Clay
discussed various suggested amendments.
After an executive session, the senate
adjourned until Monday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
Alleged Shortage,


ATLANTA. GA, Jan. 25.-,Fhe Dill ask
ing for 81 receiver for the Atlanta Bank
of Commerce was filed in the Supreme
Court to-day by Robert j. Lowry, presi-
Gent of the Lowry National Bank.
The bank has not been actively en-
gagged in business for several months,
and the bill is to compel an accounting.
Colonel Lowry alleges that shortage
of $4,000 was discovered in the accounts
of a. bookkeeper, and that no steps We're
taken to protect stockholders against
the loss.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24

he had not regained consciousness and his
chances of recovery were considered ex-
ceeding1y slim.
mir. Eddleton is said to have stepped
from the car while it was in motion ana
been thrown headfirst against the ground.
The fracture is over six inches In length
and extends around the back OF the heao.
Mr.. Eddleton is possibly thirty-hve years
os age ano is said to have 4 family in
Hanover county A gentleman who knew
him said he had only been in the city Tor
two dayS
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
PROVIDES DEATH PENALTY.
Details Of Bill Restricting Anarchy Decided
Upon.
(Hy AssOciatel Press !

(By Associated Press.)
WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. 25.-The de-
tails Of a bill restricting anarcns w..s
practically decided upon to-day ty the
special committee of the House Judiciary
Committee appointed to consider this sub
iect.
The measure will provide the death
penalty for all attempt to kill or assault
the President or any one in line of sue
cession for the Presidency. Any person
who counsels, advises. or advocates the
assau1ting or killing of any officer Of the
United States shall be fined or imprisoned.
No alien who advocates opposition to Or
ganized government or is affiliated with
an organization holding such views is TO
be admitted to this country.
Provision is also made for the punish
n1ent of those conspiring in this country
against a foreign ruler.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
Doctors Discuss Group.

The Church Hill Medical Society met
last night at the Office OF DIR. O. f. Blank
snship. ..Cronp, Simple and Menbranous,''
was the subjec of the learned discussion
which took place. Papers were read by
Dr. BeasIey and DR.. Parker. All present
had something to say about the theme
sfantile patients, as we'll is an abstract
rna tier for sdisaertatlon. .ls
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
STOCK COMPANY ORGANIZING.
1t Will Operate the chamb,iu & Scott Iror


Mr. John Chanhiil, of the firm of
Chamblin & Scott, is now engaged in or
ganizing a stock company which will con-
duct the extensive iron works in the FIT
teenth Street valley near Broad
Since the death of Mr.. John Fl. Scott.
the junior member Of the firm. Mr.. Cham
bin has been engaged in closing up the
business. Soon the plant will emerge with
a new name and under the control of a
stock company. Mr.. Chamblin says he is
not ready to make publica ton concerning
the new company, but promises something
interesting III a few days.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
IMPORTANT TO
DELHVQUEN1S.

Real estate owners who have
failed to pay their State taxes
for the year 1925 are in danger
of losing their propeEty, as the
land-grabbers will apply for their
tax deeds in March unless the
owners pay before thattime.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
SCHLEY APPEAL.
Seer tary Lor, Wcut to the White House t
lax IL Over v i,l1 the President.

tBy Associated Press.)
vAsHISC,rON. Jan. % Secretary
Long and Solicitor Hanna, Of the Navy
Department were summoned tc the
White House to-day by President Roose-
Welt, and detained there nearly an hour
in private conference No statement can
be obtained as to the subject under con-
siderauon, but it is believed that this was
the appeal OF Admiral Schley. left with
the President few days ago by his
counsel.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
FALL FROM CAR.
j. ". Eddleton sustains Fracture Which May

Mr.. =. ". Eddleton, of Hanover county.
sustained a fracture of the skull by fall
ing from Traction Company car at
Hermitage Road and Broad Street early
last night, which viii, in all proba bility,
prove fatal.
Iranetfiat ately after the accident he was
removed to the Retreat for the Sick:
where an operation was performed by
5tDrs. Carrington and Nelson. At midnight
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
Mr.. TRIGG BETTER
LATE LAST NIGHT
Or. Johnston Gives Hope Of
Speedy Recovery =" Nervous
Prostration, Says He.

'Mr. Trigg is better tonight and
I look for his speedy recovery. He
is suffering from nervous prostra-
ton from overwork. Words Of
DR.. George Ben Johnston, attendant
physician to Mr.. William R. Trigg,
president Of the Trigg Shipyards, to
a Times reportersla last night.
The city was shocked yesterday morn
ing at the news that the founder and
head of the sliryards of Richmond had
been taken suddenly ill. At first the
gravity of his sickness was not known,
and feals and doubts were expressed on
every hand. The dangerous or continued
illness of Mr.. Trigg is looked upon by
all as q, calamity TO the city. Every one
was solicitous and an eager seeker for
Information about the sick man. Every
message from his bedside has been graf
flying and reassurinS. DR.. Johnston was
with him much of the day, and with him
also was DR.. II. II. Levy.
Mr.. Trigg was taken sick at his home,
No TIA West FRANKLIN Street. IT was
about O'Clock. He was dressing, pre-
paratory to going to Washington on a
morning train He complained of feeling
unwell. and asked that DR.. Johnston be
sent for When DR.. Johnston reached
him he was. in a comatose state. Stimr-
lants We're administered, and DR.. john
ston called in DIR. Levy The seriousness
of his condition was at once seen. he dld
not greatly improve during the day, put re
did not grow worse, which was an eX-
cellent sign Last night his condition JUS
titled the statement from Dr. Johnston.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
AUTHORITY TO SIGN.
Danish Minister May Sign for Sale Of West
Indies.
fRu Associated Press. J

- (Bv. ASSoclaltu fieSs1
COPENHAGEN, Jan. 23-Autlaori.y to
sign the Danish West Indies treaty was
icabIed to the Danish minister at Wash
inston, Bru, to-day.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24
WEATHER FORECAST. l|,''lll1lE s:

forecast for Friday and SATURDAY.
yirzinia-Cioudy Friday. profanty aM.. is.a
: or snow 5y night; SATURDAY. rain or snoW
variable winds. .,a,,a,ne.s
North carolina-Increasing scionolasss ,1s
4 Friday. probably rain. warmer IN sous,s-
cast portion. Saturday ram ram y = aa'A'
winds, becoming fresh easteris.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24

{contlnued on six.h Page.l
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-01-24

RANCE OF THERMOMETER.
Tho THERMOMETERS ranged as follows nj
The Times Office yesterday: . a. NJ. 80: j.
81 81: 3 p. NJ. 81: 6 p. n. 40. 9 p. NJ, IS;
y midnight, Sc. Average. t2$.
New-York tribune., 1902-10-03
LNDORSE JUSTICE NOMINEES.
LIBERAL DEMOCRATS To SUPPORT
STECkLER, HALL AND KEENER
WILL HAVE NONE OF CoLER

The Liberal Democrats Will hold mass meet
ing In Cooper Union on Monday night 70 indorse
the candidates and platform Of their party
Tne leading issues q the Liberal platform. in
Guiding public ownership of franchises. direct
nominations. the referendum and nonpartisan-
ship IN municipal affairs. viii be discussed The
Liberal Democrats are hostile 90 Bird s Coler
for Governor and say tha; they viii poll
enough votes this fall to -at.rls them 20 a place
on the national ticket iu 1901
The Liberals VIII give reception for their
candidates tomorrow night az the party's c1un-
" headquarters No. - West Forty second -.
At a meeting of the NeW-York County Com
mittr~ - the Liberal Democratic party. 10
unanimously resolved that the party nominate
as its candidates for supreme Court justices
Alfred Steekler. Ernest Hall and William A
keenrr. c"mmittr- was appointed 20 procure
at once the requisite signatures by petition
nominating this ticket ana committee was
chosen with Melvin o. PaIliyer chairman 20
inform the candidates - their nomination.