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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21
Vance County is Second.

The first county to get clear receipt
from the State for its taxes was John
ston, and yesterday the full returns from
another county were received.
This is from Vance county. which
comes in as second on the list. Sheriff
f. A. Powell. of Henderson, who was
here yesterday, paid up everything in
full, the sum total being $9,302.S2
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21
The Kaiser Receives Our Ambassador

Berlin, Dec. 19-Ambassador Tower
presented his credentials to Emperor
William at the palace today. All the
members of the staff of the Embassy
were present.
The Emperor received the Ambassador
in the presence of Foreign Secretary Won
Richthofen and General Won Knesebeck,
and talked animatedly with him for
fifteen to twenty minutes. His Majesty
said he was convinced that the cordial
relations between Germany and the Uni
ted States, which always had existed.
would continue.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21
CHRISTMAS PRESENTS.

until you see us. Umbrellas, Watches,
Diamonds, Silverware, Cut Glass, Novel
ties, ETC., etc. Goods sold by US en-
graved without charge. Open at night.
JOLLY & WYNNE JEWELRY co.
12-193t
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS.

For beautiful flowers for all occasions,
call or write Mr.. II. Steinmetz, the
florist. Roses and Carnations in great
variety, suitable for wedding. holiday
gifts and social functions. Wreaths
made to order 19-6t
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21

Messrs James F. Jordan and John B.
Stronach returned last night from Wash
ington, N c., where they assisted in the
establishing of a new lodge of Elks
Thursday night. They report a glorious
trip and bright prospects ahead of the
Washington Lodge of Elks.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21

FINE GUITARS AND ALL SMALL
musical instruments suitable for Xmas
gifts can be ordered through the Lud-
den & Smith Music Co. Cat Jones &
Powell's Office. Place your orders at
once to insure timely delivery. w. S..
UzZle, Manager. 12-1S-1w
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21
Negro Burglar Hanged
(By the Associated Press.)

New Roads, La, Dec 19.-Willis Will
liams, colored, burglar and murderer
was hanged here today in the presence
of 1000 people. The crime for which
Williams was executed was the murder
of young Albert Herbert, at Fordach
Station, this parish, in September, 1901
At the time of the murder Williams had
just escaped from State conviction
camp where he was serving a thirty
years sentence in the penitentiary.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21

J. L. O'Qunn & Co. is the place to get
your Christmas flowers. They have a
full supply of choice cut flowers and pot
plants of all kinds. Just the thing to
make your friends heart glad at Christ
mas. Call Phones 149.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21
Christmas Presents Wanted.

Wanted-A dozen or more Bibles for
our larger boys and girls as Christmas
J. w. JENKINS, Superintendent.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-12-21
S. A. l.. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
RATES.

Account of the above occasion the S.
A. L. Railway will sell round trip tick
cts to the public for one and one third
first class limited fares for the round
trip between all points east of the Mis-
sissippi and south of the Ohio and Po-
tomac river, including Washington, d.
C. and st. Louis, Mo. Tickets on sale
December 23rd, Gath, 25th, SOth, 31st,
1902, and January LIST, 1908. Final re-
turn limit January 3rd, 1903.
FOR STUDENTS.
Same rates will apply as shown above
on presentation and surrender of certifi-
Gates signed by the superintendent,
principal or president of school or col
lege. Tickets sold December 18th to 22nd
1902. final return limit January Sth
1903.
For further information, apply to
C. H. GATTIS, c. P. and r. A,
Raleigh, N. c.
III. S. Lizard, r. P. A,
Raleigh, N. c.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
DEAL

Closed by which c. E. Tracewell Be-
comes Proprietor Of Ormond Hotel,
The deal was closed this afternoon
by which c. E. Tracewell became
the new proprietor of the Ormond
Hotel at the corner ofAnnEandThird
streets, purchasing the interests of
Crist and Riderman, the old propri-
etors. The consideration was &c.
500 and Mr.. Tracewell secures a
paying business. He took charge
of the hotel this afternoon at three
o'clock and will Immediately begin
changing the method of operations
at that hostelry, with the intention
of making first class place out of
1t.
Mr.. Tracewell is one of the city's
oldest residents, having been In
business here for many years. He
has many friends all over the State,
all of whom will be glad to learn
that he has assumed charge of a
hostelry of the kind.-State Journ.
al.
F. A. Crist left this city few
months ago to take an interest In
the Ormond Hotel. His family
still resides here, and he will join
them In a few days and engage In
business here again. Doubtless
our neighbor city down the river Is
too slow for Mr.. Crist.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
Archie Royer...The Dutchman.

The interchangeable wo ker A,rN e
Roger, who Is -eeronSi ! o NJ
merry moments eLIoJ CO - inAi.o-s
OF theatre goers, announces a new
edition ct his justly celebrated ac-
rotate farce frolic Next Door"
which will be seen at the Audtto-
rum theatre next week.
Patrons Of the theatre have seen
many a side splitting comedy, but
for bright lines, absurd situations,
witty filings and clever acrobattc
eyrations Next Door" stands
head and shoulders above all the
others and what will prove a dis
tinct addition to this already fasci-
mating spectacle will be the intro
duction of some twenty or more
novel musical numbers and several
striking vaudeville creations never
seen on our local stage together
with the pantomime clowns, Ne
Vile and Ruge.
The sale of seats begins next
Saturday morning at McCoy's Book
Store, AND while the fact Is appar.
ent that many anxious ones will at
tempt to handicap late corners by
asking to have certain seats laid
aside Manager DoVle informs Us
that such a procedure will not be
tolerated; that the chart will be
clean at the opening OF the sale ana NJ,
that the first on the ground WILL
have their choice of seats.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
Worth It's weight in Gold.

L. B. Groah. one of the leading
merchants Of Charleston, W. Va,
writes: "Boro-Carboi Salve has
worked wonder for me. have
been troubled for four years with
an aggravating case of eczema and
tried every, hing could hear OF
but nothing did me any good until
I tried Boro-Carbol Save I am
happy 10 say four boxes of Boro-
lbol Salve has cured me andyou
can refer any one to me-" Your
druggist, D. A. Henderson,, keeps
1t. Price 25c
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
A Raging, Roaring Flood.

Washed down a telegraph line
which Charles c. Ellis, of Lisbon,
Iowa, had to repair. Standing
waist deep In Icy water" he writes,
gave me terrible cold and cough.
It grew worse daily. Finally the
best doctors in Oakland, Neb. ,
Sioux City and Omaha said I had
consumption and could not live.
Then I began using DR.. Kings
New Discovery and was wholly
cured by SIX bottles" Positively
guaranteed for coughs, colds aud
all throat and lung troubles by D.
A. Henderson, Price soc and 81.
Trial bottles free.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
Old Peop,e Have Their Troubles.

Francis Little of Benton Harbor,
Mich. Is over eighty years of age.
Since 1865 he has been more or less
with indigestion and constipation
and has tried almost everything In
use for those ailments. Last Au-
gust he began using Chamberlain's
Stomach and Liver Tablets and was
soon feeling much better. In re-
cent letter he says: II have used
three boxes of the Tablets and now
think I am we'll" These Tablets
improve the appetite and invigorate
the stomach, liver and bowels.
For sale by c. W. Grier.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
Opera House Drug Store
Bank Robbed and Wrecked.

Rochester, \. Y. Oct. 3O.-The
vault of the private bank of Charles
X. Knapp. at Sodus, was broken into
with dynamite by burglars early yes
terday and sum believed to be
$4,000 was secured, the owner refus-
ing to say. The vault and bank
building were wrecked.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
Quinine For Colds.

Many people who use quinine for
the cure of colds say that the effect
of this drug IS more dissgreeable
than the disease. Krause's Cold
Cure is prepared In a convenient
capsule form, and will cure the
most deeply seated cold in "a hours
without any interruption to busi'
ness. They are pleasant to take
and give you a clear, fresh sensa-
ton while operating. Price 25c
sold by G. w. Grier
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
pouk,. go lyet -.keIy to RIot.

winnipeg, Nan, Oct. S0.-Tho
,loushober fanatics are encamped in
The Vicinity Of Yorkton. Nothing OF
. discrderly nature has yet occurred.
While the women and children spent
Tuesday night in the shed, the
men sought the shelter of a bluff.
The whole night was spent in relig-
ious exercises. They seem de-
termined to continue and expressed
themselves thus to Agent Speers,
who pointedly told them that they
would not> be allowed to wander in
such large numbers. There is no
danger Of any trouble. Even if they
are forced to go back to their vii,
lagos they will go without resistance.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
How and Others Furnished Bali

Clarion, Pa, Oct. 3O.-Representa'
tive J. A. T. Hoy, R. G. Yingling and
James Pinks. the last two being trus,
tees of the Clarion State Normal
school. charged with conspiracy and
bribery in connection with a recent
state appropriation to the institution,
YESTERDAY waived a hearing and fur
nished hail in the sum Of $500 each
for court.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
WI War.l R-wess to Arbitrats.

Washington. Oct. S0.-Minister WI
is hopeful that China will be the
power to submit the second case for
the arbitration CT TIE Hague tribunal.
He is working hard to induce the
powers parties to the treaty of Pekin
to consent to arDitrate the important
question as to whether the indemni-
ties to be paid them shall be paid on
a gold or a silver basis.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30

To get a bottle of Bunsen's Pine
Tar Cough Honey than any ordi-
nary cough medicine and you can
be fully assured that 1t will posi-
lively cure all throat and lung dis
eases. An ordinary cough can be
absolutely cured In three days. Try
it and you i'll be convinced. Sold
and warranted by D. A. Heuder.
shot.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
List of Advertised Mail,

DR.. Morgan Baker, Owen Bee, 2,
M. B. Crow, Thos. Fawhurst, Lutz
Gerhardt, A. M. Hoff, Edw. Roach,
A. G. Scott, A. ". Scholfeld, Co.
thsr Sardottor, Charles Smith, E. B.
Snodgrass, Florence Termont, R.
H. Wilson. Lem A Wells.
GEO. E Work, P. M.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
p.c,Ne Coast wiahou, Change.

y, new Pullman Ordinary sleepers, wide
vestibuled and with every modern co1 GSninnsG
~ CHICAGO via Louisville, New orleans
Houston, San Antonio. g. Paso and Los A ,hs $,
les to San Francisco; Rates Tor oer RnS Tree de-
...Irtive matter and full particulars address
n a richter, Travelling gent, Illinois Sen'rSi
Railroad SIa Park Building. Pittsonrg ia,
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
The Worst Form .

Multitudes singing the praises OF
Kodol, which IS making sick people
we'll and weak people strong by d.
costing what they eat and trans
forming their food into pure, rich
blood. Mrs. Cranfill, of Troy, l.
T., writes: For a number of yeas
I was troubled with indigestion In
Its worst form Finally l was In
duced to try Kodol and after taking
four bottles I IN entirely cured.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30

AA ~ AkA A1~SSAA w WV
The Industrial City.
The streets are being graded.
Natural gas lines are being laid.
every city convenience Is there.
Electric cars are giving splendid
service.
We have our own special car
line.
A beautiful athletic park has
been laid out for the amusement OF
Beechwood residents.
A fortune can be made In Beech
wood lots.
The street car Service Is the best
In the City.
As ct. fare takes you there
ALL RED CARS connect for
BRENTWOOD,
We stand ready to Put a tenant
Ia every house you build.
The demand for houses IS enor-
nous
The houses already built are the
admiration of all who behold them.
Call and get free car tickets
S1ooooo. WORTH OF HOUS-
ES HAVE ALREADY BEEN
ERECTED. Where In all the
Safe can you fud anything to
Squal this record!
We expect to land another big
Industry soon.
&c; In on the ground floor while
you have the chance. II you don't,
on lose the best opportunity ever
cfered IL this section.
Remember, we sell lots for $3.50,
small payments down.
Petersburg Land Co.
Citizens Bank Bldg.
Mitchell & Shrewsbury, Local
Agents, 2o4 Fourth St
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30

The great problem before the
scientists Of the world Is how long
after man has lost his tall, will he
lose his animal greed?
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-30
STATE OF OHIO, CITY OF |
TOIFDO LUCAS Co. J

FRANK J. CHENEY makes oath
that he is senior partner OF the hrm
of F. 7. CHENEY & Co, doing bus
mess In the City of Toledo, county
and state aforesaid, and that said
firm will pay the sum OF ONE
HUNDRED DOLLARS for each
and every case of catarrh that can
not be cured by the use OF HALLS
CArARRH CURE.
FRANK J. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and sab
scribed In my presence, this 9th day
of December, A. D. 1886.
1~, A. W. GLEASON,
SEAL Notary Public.
WI
Halls Catarrh cure IS taken In
ternally, and acts directly on the
blood and mucous surfaces OF the
system. Send for testimonials
free.
FL. CHENEY & CO., Props,
Toledo, Ohio.
Sold by druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-07-16
COOL BODIES
Made by Appetizing Food.

You can feel as .'lt as a Lord" In hot
weather If you eat sensibly. II you
aren't entirely happy in hot weather sup
pose YOU quit your way and try ours
Take a cold sponge bath. dress leisurely
and sit down to breakfast Of Grape
Nuts and cream. little fruit and a cup
of Postum Food Coffee Don't fear. you
won't starve; on the contrary, that
.Lordly feeling" will take possession OF
YOU by lunch time
Grape-Nuts Is a concentrated food ana
contains as much nourishment as bulky
BODY heating food like meat, potatoes.
etc. It's crisp daintiness will appeal to
your palate, and the result is very
marked difference in the temperature OF
the body. and the certainty Of ease and
perfect digestion.
Quit coffee; it unnaturally stimulates
the brain and nerves. heating the body
and causing an uneven temper; tlse
Postum Food Coffee. has a charming
FAVOR when properly made, and does not
afrect the nervous system. but assists the
brain to work with ease and clearness
Experi ence and experiment In food and
as application to the human body has
brought out these facts. They can be
made use OF and add materially to the
comfort Of the user during the hot
weather.
Look through the recipe book in each
Grape Nuts package for delicious pud-
diugs. entrees salads and dessert
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-07-16
Tho Richmond Academy.

Work in. perfecting the arrangements
for opening the new Richmond Ae aas
eI,y owned and controlled by Richmond
Colisee has begun The committee to
which this work was entrusted met
Monday afternoon at Richmond Gelle e
and was presided over oy ". T. a
Pitt. chairman of the committee.
Among other things the committee de.
cided upon thorough oyerhauling o.
the building on Lombardy Street IN
which the academy is to De loc sstee
The place is to be repainted ana re.
napered. and will be thoroughly equipped
with desks, blackboards, and other nee.
essaries. The grounds will be laid on
and will be enclosed and an up-.o-oa - -
evnna sinm will be erected. Owing tc
the absence of President F. w Boat,
wright nothing was done with reference
to electing a head master.
Every Indication points to the suo-
cess Of the new academy. Quite a mum.
Der Of applications for entrance have
already been received.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-07-16
DOT WAS DAFFY
Slayer of"Blly" Thompson's Pet Dog
Makes q Convincing Plea.


Makes Convincing Plea.
Acting Police Justice Lonnie Graves had
all sorts of crime to think over and sort
OUT yesterday morning. and when he called
out the verdict on the last case on the
docket he gave q terrible sigh of relief
and collapsed like a plough hand. q
Tom Paine was before the austere JUS
tIca upon the charge of ending the mortal
existence of Dot, a pet dog, the property
of City Electrician W. H. Thompson.
Tom and several dusky danes swore the
dog was mad, and Squire Graves took
their word for 1t by discharg1ng Tom.
Incidentally a bright lad namedS Joe
Montgomery sprang into fame by his
witty retorts to the questions Of Mr..
Harry Smith.
Mrs. Joseph Ford, Of No. 1925 West
Moore Street, was accused by James Lew
is, shopkeeper, Of obtaining goods from
him under false pretenses. It seemed a
case Of mistaken identity land Mrs. Ford
was released.
Edna Bell James paid $40 for landing a
terrific blow on the middle Of Lum Bow
ers.
3 James Stevenson went to the grand Jury
on char.Nn Of burglary.
Tom Venable paid IS because he failed
to respect the dignity of a Clay-Street
car conductor.
Sadie Owens and Mamie Mays had trou-
bles which they settled in the street. and
later paid $50 each to Collector Thomas.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-07-16
FULTON CAMPING PARTIES
Several Merry Ones 90 to Spend a
Season at Buckroe Beach.

Season at Buckroe Beach.
The Fulton Tenting Club. numbering
about dozen. left yesterday morning for
Buckroe Beach on their annual of two
weeks This is their fourth season
camping on the beach. Rev. J. 7. and
Mrs. Routten viii chaperone the party:
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brown. of Va
rina, and party Of their friends also
left yesterday for two weeks of camp lie
at Buckroe.
Miss Maria Roberts has returned home,
after months stay with relatives In
Lynchburg
Mrs. Arthur Mccauley and children
have returned from visit to friends in
Petersburg.
Miss Josie Rogers has returned home,
after a delightful stay as the guest OF
Mrs SC. Hatcher in Petersburg.
The Builders League, Of sDenny-Street
M. E. Church. will meet this az
te,7loon with Mrs w. J. Mays, No. COZ
State Street.
Mr. Henry Garbe- is quite sick at the
residence Of his father. Councilman q. H.
CARRIER, on Graham Street
Mrs Jennie Warn, of New Jersey. Is
guest Of Mrs Charles Wells, of Graham
Street.
Mrs Vince Jordan continues quito Ill
at her residence on Louisiana Street.
Mrs. Alex. McCabe is visiting relatives
in Henrico county.
Mrs. Edward Mitchell and Miss Norma
Mosby are on visit to friends in New
port News.
Honorable T. A. White Mayor Of ST.
Marys, Ohio spent some time in Fulton
Monday sightseeing. Mr.. White is man:
ger of the ST. Mary's branch of the Vir-
einia and North Carolina Wheel Com
pany.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-07-16
Richmond,s Chance.

The burning of the Auditorium building
in Richmond will be regretted by those
who in days gone by have attended the
State fairs and other enjoyable entertain
ments under the great roof.
The Horse Show Association will build
itself suitable building, but the only
large hall for enormous gatherings such
as Richmond often has is thing OF the
past, and there is none to take its place:
Now is the time for Richmond to pullo
Just such convention hall as becomes
the first city in the State. It might be
something in the nature of the great music
hall in Baltimore. where its annual May
festival could be held, where civil and
religious bodies might gather, and where
Confederate reunions and State conven-
tions would find ample ACCOMMODATE tons;
The effort made by the Constitutional
Convention to find suitable quarters out
side the Capitol emphasized the need Tor
such a hall, and now Is the time tor .he
prosperous city on the James to build g
snlendfd convention hall.
News Times Herald.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-07-16
E MR.. CUTHBERT'S FUNERAL
His Body Inferred in Hollywood Yester-
@ day Afternoon.

day Afternoon.
The funeral Of the late Mr.. Eccles
Curthbert, the well-known newspaper
man, took place from the M '71-ls..
chapel at Hollywood at 1870 O'Clock yes -
terday afternoon Friends of the de-
ceased journalist nearly filed the httie
chapel. Many of those present We're
men who had known him and enjoyed
his love and esteem during many years.
The pall-bearers were Messrs. Allen
Y. Stokes. Richard c. Cauthorn, p r.
Noel. James P. Wood, John Stamper,
". A. Mann James l. McRea and Jo-
seph w. Hates. Among the others In
attendance were Judge S. B. Witt,
Messrs. H NJ. Smith. Sam Cohen, James
T Gray. w. D. Chesterman. Alfred B.
Williams, Evan r. Chesterman. j. Tay-
lor Eilyson, H. Theodore Ellyson, Leland
Rankin. Earle Boudar. ] ohm Lively, John
A. Moroso Herbert G. Duce. Calvin
Lipscomb and w. E. Seal.
Rev. Landon r. Mason read the Epis-.
copal service. A Guartette choir. com
posed Of Captain Frank w. Cunningham.
Mr.. c. c., Crump, Mrs. Rowe and Miss
Mitchell. sang Lead Kindly Light and
Abide with Me-" Captain Cunningham,
who was an intimate friend Of Mr.
Curthbert's, also rendered a solo. Mr..
Manly B. Ramos presided at the organ.
The body was buried in the soldiers
section not far from the Pickett monu-
ment