The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-08-05


from, one OF the handsomest stations on
the Norfolk and Western system. Near by
Is the .Randolph-Macon Academy. an In
stttution OF learning we'll known through
out Maryland and Virginia.
a SUBSTANTIAL BUILDING.
The building was erected i in 1850 and
until last year was used as summer
hotel Nelson county granite. brick and
shingles were used in its construction.
To provide ample breathing space a lot
OF eight acres surrounds the building.
the rear part OF the tract being covered
by a noble grove OF oaks. The hotel
Is completely and elegantly furnished,
SO that the purchasers will be put to no
expense in that line beyond some slight
repairs. The rooms are large ana airy,
opening upon well-ventilated halls.
Nearly all rooms have open hreplaces to
add to their cheerfulness and comfort.
Some OF them on the first floor are IKE,
the large dining hall. finished in hard
wood paneling, while the Offices and lob-
bies have tiled floors. A cool. spacious
veranda extends all around the main por-
ton of the hotel and the east wing. IRON
the observatory on top Of the building
a ma gnificent view OF the beautl1ul sur
rounding landscape may be had.
The building has its own fully equipped
electric light plant and an ample water
supply piped from springs OF rare purity
and delicious GOODNESS at the base OIL the
Peaks or Otter. The house is three stories
high, has frontage of 200 feet and can
comfortably accommodate 200 persons.
There are bathrooms on every floor and
the sanitary arrangements are OF mod
ern and scientific construction
TO BE OCCUPIED NEXT WINTER.
The committee came into possession of
tho nroperty July lst, but twill probably
not be occupied until about the beginning
of winter It was intended to be useo as
a summer hotel and there IS nc arrange ranse
ment for heating except the open Aie-
places. which will not be aoequa.e ~ 60
we're weather. Plans are now. oeins pre-
,arad for the installation of steam
beating nlant. work on which will be be-
s-nn in a short time. A large water main
for nrotecti5.1 against fire Will also pc
rIaced in the building. Some painting
is renujred. as we'll as attention to plumb
ing and spouting in certain parts. Ihese
improvements will be pushed during the
early fall.
The Virginia members of the order are
especfa!ly interested in the new home and
delighted that it is located in their State.
They desire to have it dedicated In NO
vember. and propose to have State re-
union at the time. The occasion VIII
doubtless be a notable one in Elkdom.,
and will draw together members from All
parts of the United States.
It is thought the work of the commit
tee will be promptly and enthusiastically
endorsed hy the Grand Lodge The new
home is easy of access. as there are tour
trains daily each way on the Norfolk
and Western railroad. with connections
North. South. East and West 1t is in
a country where market supplies are plen-
t;fu1 and CHEAP The climate is delight
full, the landscape surroundings OF re-
markable beauty, and with excellent 1lsh-
ing and hunting territory all around Inc
location is near what may be termed
the geographical center of Elkdom. some
time in the future. it is thought. a second
home will be established west of the
Mississippi River.
NO ADMINISTRATIONS PLANS 7 EFT
Plans for the administration OF the
home its maintenance. and the reception
of inmates have not been formulated. 1t
is probable that this work will be given
a. good start at the coming session Of
the Grand Lodge. 1t is proposed to make
the home a model in every way. one IN
which the 115,0O0 members OF the order
may take a deep and just pride and one
that will be worthy of a great organlza-
ton which inculcates benevolence, char
i.y. and brotherly love as its fundamen-
tai principles.
Baltimore Elks are preparing to send
a large delegation to the Salt Lake City
convention. leaving here on the morning
Of August 18th. Strong efforts will be
made to have the Grand Lodge meet in
Baltimore in 1903. and a leading induce
ment will be that the Elks of the coun-
try. while on the trip to Baltimore, may
easily visit the new national home in the
Virginia observation-disclosures Sun