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One of the features of the operetta
to be rendered at the Presbyterian fair
next Friday evening will be a charm
ing little song by Mrs. Gibson, who
composed the lifting melody herself.
The music is rarely sweet and with its
guitar accompaniment has been pro-
nounced well nigh perfect.
900
The Scandinavian Dancing club will
give the first masquerade ball of the
season next Thursday evening.
The Ladies' card club played Tues
day afternoon with Madame Wilkin-
son, completing the series. Mrs. Spald-
ing was elected president for the ensu-
ing term. Next week the club will
play with Mrs. Sam Campbell at the
residence of her sister, Mrs. W. c.
Thomas.
The Clio club held its last meeting
for the year on Tuesday evening at
Prof. Ridgaway's. The admirable
paper. which was presented by Mrs.
Fitch. dealt with 1.-The Tai Ping Rebel
lion" Prof. Slossou led the discussion
, 1902-12-13

one of the most charming dinners
Of the week was given by Prof. and
Mrs. Nelson last evening. overs being
laid for Captain and Mrs. Yates. Mr..
and Mrs. T. II. Gibson and Mr.. and
Mrs. G. A Cook.
, 1902-12-13

Much interest is manifested in the
piano recital TO be given by Mrs. Dr..
Clark at the Baptist church next Tues
day evening. Mrs. Clark will be as
sisted by a number Of our most pop
u!ar vocalists.
, 1902-12-13

The children of the Methodist church
will give their Christmas entertain
ment on the eve of that holiday. There
will be a fine program of recitations
ard music and the usual distribution of
gifts. The fete for the Episcopal
church will also be given on Christ
mas eve, but the Presbyterian Sunday
school will hold its entertainment on
Christmas flight.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
THE FAUST MURDER CASE.
Hembrick Discharged, but Epes is Held.
The Constitution Discussed,
Especial Dispatch TO The Time

(Special Dispatch TO The 1iMcs:)
BLACKSTONE, VA. April l4.-At l-u'-
cnburS County Court to-day nolle prose
oui was entered by the Commonwealth
in the case of Sidney IIembrick. one OF
the suspects in the Faust murder case.
Ifembrick had been out on bail for some
time, this having been granted by the
trial Justice, but Judge Orgain had issued
a bench warrant for his rearrest upon the
grounds that the granting OF bail vas
without authority by the justice
The case of the other suspect, OtWay
Epes. has not yet been brought before
grand jury, and he is still confined IN
Jail. There was some talk Of an effort
being made to-day to have Epes released
on bail. but when Informed of this Epes
entered his protest. He has fattened up
very much since being in Jail, and says
he is faring Well He was permitted to
come down into a lower room for an IN IN
terview He admits he may have been
mistaken in his story told and published
at the time OF his arrest, but still de-
clares his innocence of any connection
with the crime.
The question of submitting or proclaim
ing the Constitution was freely discussed
on the court green. The majority appear
to favor proclaiming, while those prom1-
snent in political affairs express preference
for submission.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
AT FIFTH AND.DUVAL.
The Fire Board Decides to Locate the

The Fire Board Decides to Locate the
New5Engine House There.
The Board OF Fire Commissioners last
night decided unanimously to purchase the
Jacob LANCE estate for 81, 800 the property
a.. the corner Of Fifth and Duyal Streets.
for the new engine house to be located In
Jackson Ward.
Messrs. Bahen, Beck Whaien. and Tee
5r.y, of the Council. appeared before the
Board and argued that6the engine house
should be located at Fifth and Hospital
Streets, on property already owned by the
city.
The Board however, thought that this
v ould be too far from Broad Street, to
which it desires to give increased pro-
lection. At Fifth and Duval Streets 1t
was thought that an engine would be able
to get to Broad Street quickly, and at the
same tino be close to the Almshouse
an d the Locomotive Works.
The board will build at Fifth and Duval,
house large enough to accommodate an
engine, which will be known as No. 8,
and also the reserve engine, which Will
he put in thorough repair. By putting
them together, hot water from the heat
er will be kept in hot boilers, and, really,
two engines will be added to the available
fre-fghting apparatus The engine now
on Third Street will be put at Fifth and
Duval, and the new engine, to be pur-
chased will be put at the Third Street
Engine House. The board is undecided
whether to purchase a first or second size
engine The former costs about 5000,
and throws 900 gallons a minute, and the
latter $4,000, and throws 700 gallons a
minute The first size weighs about $500
POUNDS, and the second size 1000 pounds.
At this time there are two second size
engines and six third size engines in
Richmond The board believes that the
time has come to strengthen the depart
mint by placing an engine of the largest
size in the center of the city.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
L. n. CONTROL
STILL In DARK
Believed BY Most Conservative
that the Southern Will
Have 1t.
(By Associated Prcss.)

NEW YORK. April 14.-Countless ru-
mors dealing with the reported change OF
control Of the Louisville and Nashville
Road were current to-day, but nothing
in the way OF an official or semi official
statement was obtainable. Parties most
interested declined with one accord to dis
cuss the subject.
John w. Gates refused to be interview
cd: the Belmont interest had nothing to
say. and Southern Railway representa-
tives were equally uncommunicative.
The several conferences of last Satur-
day. including that between Mr.. Gates
and George w. Perkins. at the office OF
J. p. Morgan and Company. are regarded
with more than little significance by
students of the sltuaDon. Mr.. Gates and
his associates are reported to own or
control more than 100 shares of Louis
VILE ana Nashville. of which the total
share capital is 100000 shares. Some OF
this is on contracts for delivery within
the next three weeks
1t IS not doubted that the Louisville
and NashvilIe-Southern Railway situation
was thoroughly discussed at the meeting
between Mcssrs Perkins and Gates. but
with what result may not be known for
some days.
Conservative opinion inclincs to The be-
lief however. that Southern interests Will
soon be found dominant in Louisville.
The strength of Illinois Central during
to-dav's early session Of the stock
market, gave rise in some quarters to
the belief that that road would be found
: In control of the Louisville and Nashville.
The best information fails TO bear this
out.
Mr. Gates had another talk with Mr.
Perkins to-day and soon afterwards
President Spencer, of the Southern Rail-
way, visited the Morgan Banking House
One of the afternoon reports had It
tina, Morgan and Company had been
asked to take the Louisville matter in
hand and effect a settlement If the terms
of the Gates faction were not too oner-
GUS On this and all other matters. all
hands maintained reserve.
. Mr.. Perkins said that under no cir
substances would. he talk about the mat
I and MIR. Gates declared that LOUIS
willie and Nashville was the one thing
lie must decline to discuss.
'It has been said. Mr. Gates. that You
and your friends control more than 3oooo9
shares of Louisville and Nashville.
az cannot prevent people from talking,
was Mr. Gates reply, but i again tell
You that I am not talking on this sub
iect."
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
PENITENTIARY COMMISSION.
Body to Meet Here Tomorrow to
Orqanize.

DR.. George W. LeCato, Of Accomac,
who will in all likelihood be chairman
of the Penitentiary Commission appoint
ed by the Legislature at its recent ses-
sion to look after the spending of the
s1SO,0oO appropriated to- construct addi-
tional cell-room at the penitentiary, has
issued a call for a meeting Of that body
at Murphy's Hotel tomorrow at 1880
o'clock P. M.
The commission is constituted as FOL-
lows: Messrs. LeCato and Bryant from
the Senate and NIessrs. Newhouse,
Baker (of ChesterfielO. and Hartman.
from the House. Messrs. Chesterman,
Bryan, and NIoncure. constituting the
Board Of Directors of the penitentiary,
have been invited to meet with the COM
mission and give the latter body the
benefit of their knowledge Of the needs
of the institution. The body will ha1 dly
do more than organize and outline plans
at the first meeting. DR.. LeCato Will, by
general consent. be elected chairman.
and some efficient young man will be
named for secretary. Architects will be
present and the subject OF plans will be
discussed.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
CITIZEN COMPANY'S OPENING
Company to Begin the Summer Season
at the Academy r o-Night.

The Giffen Company will appear at the
Academy tonight IT. '"rhe Girl Left
Behind Me- The opening of the sum-
mer season will be unusually suspicious,
for the advance sale OF seats has as
sumed such proportions that the free
list has been absolutely and entirely
suspended.
The production Of the play is on the
most elaborate lines, and Mr.. Giffen IS
fairly enthusiastic over the excellence
OF his company, which has been thor
cugaly tried and proved during the re-
hearsals Of the past ten days.
~ vast amount OF Interest centers
about the stand taken by Manager Gif-
fen against the late corners Will it sue
coed? MIR. Gifien is determined. in the
interest of his players as well as in the
interest of the public. that none shall be
seated who arrive after $3.50 O'Clock until
the curtain has fallen on the act which
may be i'll progress.
Mr.. Giffen has the support Of the public
in his revolt against the late corners.
who have become an intolerable nuisance
10 play-gocrs, whose interest lies in the
attraction and not in the passing throns.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15

The witness said that the country places
in the vicinity were also burned. All
these acts were done under tie command
of Captain Glenn, who was, he said, judge
advocate of the Department Of Viscayas
He said the water was kapt running for
four or five minutes, and t;,at the doctor
;,l~c!.arge frequently placed his hand upon
the mans hear: as II to observe its effect
upon that organ.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
I REV. DIR. PITCHER HURT.
Fred Hite, CoIored, Struck by a Train
and His Hip Broken.
Especial Dispatch to The Times

{ LAWRENCEVILLE. VA, April IL
Rev. DR.. J. NJ. Pitcher met with a pain
full accident Saturday. evening while on
his way here. Just before reaching here
he had his left hand accidentally caught
by the slamming together Of a car door.
A part Of one of his fingers was cut off
and another badly mashed. He was
treated by DR.. Lewis. While the hand
gave him considerable pain. he filed his
appointment Sunday morning at James
Square Church, about ten miles In the
country, and preached here 1.-THE Bap-5
fist Church last night to large congre-
cation.
Fred Hite (colored) also met with a
very serious accident Saturday in at
tempting to cross the railroad at the
brickyard near here. His horse became
unmanageab bic and the engine struck the,
buggy in which he was seated and COM
pletely demolished it. The horse escaped
unhurt, but Hites thigh was badly broken.
He was brought to town and received;
medical attention.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
TWO MEN KILLED.
Run Down by Train Near jackson
Civ and Torn to Pieces.
(spe",sl Dispatch TO Tn" iimra.)

City and Orn TO PieCeS.
(Spe",sl Dispatch TO Tn. iimea.)
ALEXANDRIA, VA, April l4.-John
NeNcomb and James Sullivan We're last
right struck by southbound passenger
twain over the tracks of the Pennsylva-
mia Railroad, about 200 yards couth OF
Jackson city. and instantly killed. The
bodies of both men were horribly man
glcd.
Mr.. Newcomb was about sixtE-five
years Of age He is survived by widow
ana two sons The remains We're brought
TO this city. lie was employed by the
government at St. Asaph and was boss
over a gang of worl<men. lie resided
nearby. Mr. Sullivan's remains were iden-
titled by his son. and afterwards removed
10 his home, 1857 c Street, southwest,
Washington. He was a painter by trade,
md is survived by a wife and family.
1T Is supposed that both men had been
spending tie evening at Jackson City. No
one in that vicinity. however. seemed TO
know anything of the accident
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
SHOULD BE STABLE.
House Committee Has Hearing on
Freight Rates.
fHy Associated Pro

=
WASHINGTON. April l5.--R. s.. Lyons
cx-president Of the Chicago Board Of
Trade: I. r. Tomlinson, representing The
National Live Stock Association and the
Chicago Live Stock Association, and w.
p. Chadwick, chairman of the Committee
OH Transportation of the Chicago Board
Of Trade, appeared to-day before the
Louise Committee on Interstate Com
:nerce in support of the corliss BILL 10
give to the Interstate Commerce Commis-
.icr power 70 determine what freisEt
rates should be made TO correct rates de-
cided TO be discriminating and to enforce
rats fixed
Mr.. Lyons argued that freight rates TO
. fair a.i just to the shippers should
iae as stable as postal rates.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
Charged With Wife Murder.

(spccia, Dispatch. TO The Times.)
PULASKI. VA, April 14.-Cannaday
Redd (colored), who is charged with Kill
ing his wife Saturday night, was taken
before the Mayor to-day. naived trial
and was sent on to grand jury.
Redd went henc Saturday night drunk
and it is claimed sat or his wife, who
would have been confined il. a short time.
and this act is claimed TO have killed
her.
Redd denies this and claims that ms
wife got up out OF bed an: 1ell III l1e
floor and died in Il few minutes
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
ESCAPING PRISONER KILLED.
Another Believed to Be Shot, but Sue
ceeded in Getting Away
Special Dispatch to The Timcs.)

Especial Dispatch to The Timcs.)
WINSTON-SALEAI, N. c., April IA
Will Edwards q colored convict, aged
twenty-five, was shot and Killed to-day
While attempting to escape from the
county roads. Mr.. Charles lSiser was the
guard that shot him. Edwards was serv-
ing Il sentence for larceny. He only lived
ten minutes after the shooting.
Another negro Cicero King, ran OF
with Edwards While the guard is con-
fident he hit King, the latter managed TO
get away.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
COURT-DAY Al, LOUISA.
Mr. Gordon Explains the Constitution.
Liquor License Refused.
7Spectal Dispatch to The Times.)

Especial Dispatch to The Times.)
e LOUISA, VA, April 14.-There was an
average crowd in attendance at court mere
today.
r. l.. Gordon, in a clear-cut speech gave
a history of the work done by the Con-
stitutional Convention, OF which he is the
delegate from this country.
Judge Sims refused to grant LIQUOR IL
,.cnses to the following applicants: =. f.
Blbb, of Bibb, Va; Albert Estes, of Mans
held, Va, and on the 23rd inst. will hear
argument for and against the granting
OF licenses to sell liquor in and around the
town Of Louisa
The drys are confident Of success, while
the vets are not entirely without hope.
The sergeant made several arrests for
disorderly conduct and several drunk were
seen on their way home. carrying LOADS
this. should have gone by freight Thus
ended the day at LOUISA
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
IN FEDERAL BUILDING.
United States Circuit Court Of Appeals
to Meet in Charleston,

The May term Of the United States CTR
cuff Court Of Appeals will convene in
Charleston, S. c. To conform with the
law, the court will be opened here on
May 9Th, but adjourned at once for two
days later at Charleston. The judges in
attendance at Charleston will be Judges
Gof1, simonton.s Morris. Brawley. and
Waddill.
There are fifteen cases on docket for
this term. many of them of unusual i'm
pcrtance.
General Stith Boiling. Of Petersburg,
was a visitor at the office of his FRIEND.
Colonel Asa Rogers, this morning.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
Nominated by Senate.

(By Associated press.)
y WASHINGTON, D. c., April 1.-THE
President today sent the following nomi-
nations to the Senate:
Treasury ohm II. Lands, superintend-
ant OF mint at PHILADELPHIA
Arny-Colonel BIT 1Iooton. Twenty
eighth Infantry, bf1gadier-general.
Postmasters: North Carolina-George
+. buchanan, ashington.
South Carolina-James o. Ladd, Sum
merville.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
Six Thousand for Injury.

Especial Dispatch to The Tines.)
ROANOKE, VA, April 1.-THE Nor
folk and Western has paid Charles c.
Barnes, Of Chanbersburs, Pa, who was
injured III the wreck OF the Cumberland
Valley Electric Light car on the ith OF
last July, $G,0Oc. lie has Just been re-
leased from the hospital
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
IN COUNCIL CIRCLES.
Board Of Aldermen and Many Commit
ices to Meet Tonight.

The Board of Aldermen meets in regu-
lar monthly session tonight. A number
Of Council committees meet this after
noon and tonight: Streets, at 8: Light,
at s; First Market at 1880; Cemeteries.
at 8; Water. a. Sis.
The Finance Committee has completed
the revision Of the license list for the
present year. Some reductions were
made The theatres were placed back
to last years figures, and similar action
was taken in reference to the real estate
agents. The tax on the Lexington Hotel,
which went up. was put to last years
amount, and several changes were made
in the smaller bar-rooms.
The book will be placed in the Collec-
tors hands by the Commissioner to-mor-
row and the bills will be made out and
payable from that date to the 1st of May
A resolution will shortly be submitted
to the Council to the effect that Mr.. Car
negie be requested to amend his offer to
tho city, so that his gift OF S1OO, 600 may
be used for the purchase of a lot as well
as the erection and equipment Of build
ing.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
Syracuse Rank Team.

The rank team of Syracuse Lodge,
Knights of Pythians will go down to
Hampton to-day and tonight take part
i'll the initiation Of two distinguished
citizens of that town into the order.
The occasion will be a great one for
the Pythians of that part of the State.
The Newport News lodges will go over
in special cars.
Grand Chancellor James W. Gordon. Of
this city, will probably attend.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
Row Found Drowned.

Especial Dispatch to The Timss)
FRONT ROYAL, VA, April 1.-THE six
teen-year-old son of Alfred Walker, a
well known colored man of Browntown,
Va, was found under a bridge which
crosses Gooney Run, short distance be-
low Browntown, i'll about three feet OF
water, drowned.
The boy is supposed to either have
fallen off the bridge and stunned himself
or TO have been under the influence Oh
LIQUOR
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
SAW THE PRESIDENT.
Boer Representative Had Few Min
utes' Conversation With Teddy.
(By Associated Prcss.)

WASHINGTON, D. c.. April 14.-Gen-
eral Pearson, one of the Boer representa-
tives in this country. was at the White
House to-day. and had few minutes
talk with the President. He has re-
ceivcd a request from General Crozier to
go to Louisiana in connection with the
alleged British camp at Chalmette, where,
it is said, a base of supplies is maintain
ed for the shipment Of mules and horses
to South Africa.
General Pearson will leave for Chalmette
this evening.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15

WASHINGTON, D. Cit has just de-
vcloped that murder was committed on
the United States steamship Cincinnati
last week. while the ship was lying at
Charleston, James A. Pamela blacksmith,
struck with a, pair of iron tongs and killed
Agnes Williams, water-tender. The row
occurred in tho fre-room last Tuesday.
Paine will be tried by naval conrt-mar-
tial. -
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
Case Advanced.

(By Associated Prcss)
WASHINGTON. April 1.-THE United
State Supreme Court to-day advanced
the hearing of the case OF Captain Peter
q, Deming and fixed it for April 2sth.
Tho case involves the right of regular
army officers to sit in a court maftiai
proceeding against volunteer officers.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
Fires in DanvilIe.

Especial Dispatch TO The Times.)
DANViLLE, VA, April 14.-The stock
sheds or stables in connection with j..
II. McCully's woodward, in this city. were
destroyed by fire this afternoon. Two
valuable horses persisted In the flames
The fire department reached the scene IN
time to- save the wood shed proper and
other adjacent property.
A small house on Holbrook Street, oc-
cupied by negroes. was destroyed carry
this morning.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
SHOT HIS FATHER.
Son Became Exasperated at Refesa! Of
Business Proposition.
(Ry Associatcd Press.

IBy AsSUc1aICu IFVssJ
GLENWOOD, IOWA, April 14.-Earl
Garman shot and probably fatally
wounded his father, NJ. L. Garman, last
night during Il quarrel over financial at.
fairs. Young Garlnan was endeayoring
to secure his fathers consent to a BUSH
ness transaction, and on being refused,
drew revolver and shot him in the
head. The elder Garnlan is owner and
proprietor of the Glenwood Mills.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15

I desire to thank my many friends for.
the hearty support given me for a seat
in the Common Council from jefferson
Ward. I hardly expected such strong
vote. and shall always feel grateful to
my friends; for theirsvery warm support,
and trust T shall always merit their kind
sendorseme
Resp ctfully.
e THOMAS WESLEY. s.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
BAPTIST SUNDAY-SCHOOLS.
Encouraging Reports Made at Monthly

Meeting of the Association.
The regular monthly and quarterly
meeting Of the Baptist Sunday-school5 As
ISOLATION Of Richmond and Manchester
was held Sunday afternoon at the Pine
Street Baptist Church. President W. D.
Duke presided.
The attendance was good, and the sing
ing was splendid, the n o. infant class
of Pine Street contributing q numberso on
the programme, which was very much
enjoyed.
Rev, NJ. Ashby ones, OF Leigh-Street
Church, made the address, and his sub
iect was An attractive Sunday school
and Its Drawing Pc IS
Reports from the several schools In the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15
MILLION MORE FOR PENSIONS
Senate Committee Reports Favorably
for an Increase.
lDr Assoclatcd Press. !

WASHINGTON, April 14.-The Senate
Committee on Pensions to-day ordered a
favorable report upon a bill granting In
creases OF pensions to soldiers who have
lost arms, legs or feet. The increase will
be fifteen dollars per month each, and
will increase the annual pension appro-
paation bill S1.300.e00.
The committee also ordered a favorable
report upon a bill increasing from $50 to
$40 per month the pension of those who
ere totally deaf. This will increase the
pension appropriations $4,000 annually.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-04-15

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that =
general meeting Of the stockhold1Io OF ne
ATLANTIC COAST LINE RAILROAD
co. has been called by the Board os
held at the office Of the Company IN the
city OF Richmond. Va. az II O'CLOCK -.
NJ on MONDAY. the Eth day OF May
A. D. 1902. The object Of the stockaold.
Crs' meeting. as stated In the said Heso-1
luton. IS to have the stockho!dsra con-
slider and act upon the consolidation and
merger Of the Savannah. Florida and
Western Railway Company. a corpora;
ton organized under the laws OF the
States OF South Carolina. Georgia. Flori-
5 da and Alabama, and Of all OF It's copl~
tai stock, properties and franchises. WITH
tine Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Com
pany, and its capltaf stock, properties
and franchises: and to consider. and ace
upon the agreement for such consolida-;
4 ton and merger entered into by the
directors OF said two companies, which
is to be submitted to such meeting, and
further to consider and act upon such
other matters as may be presented az
the meeting in connection with SUCH
consolidation and merger. 49,
Dated Apri. 10, 1902. S "a
ATLANTIC COAST LINE
RAILROAD COMPANY.
BY