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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
framing n Witness.

From the CinoirnGi Commercial Tribune.
A case was being tried In a country court
A horse had been stolen from a field, and the
evidence all pointed, TO q certain doubtful
character OF the ncighborhood as tho culprit.
Though his guilt seemed clear, he had found
trial the defendants counsel expended His
energy in trying Ia confuse and frighten the
opposine witnesses. especially 2 farmer
The lawyer kept up a FIRE, OF questions, ask
ING many foolish ones, and, repeating himself
again and again In the hope OF decoying
TIE witness into a contradiction
You say. the lawyer went on. that you
can swear to having seen thus man drive a
horse past your farm, on the day in question:"
Il can. " replied the witness, YEARLY, for
no had already answered the question a
do 4Wha ,tm time ua.>,hi.,-
Il told you 1t was about the middle OF the
! want you to tell the jury exactly the time"
why" said the farmer, Il don't always
carry a gold watch with me when I'm digging
III you have a clock in the house. haven't
you?"
Well, what time was IL by THAR"
Why. by hat clock IL was just 10 minutes
You were in the ncM all the mornins,
went on the lawyer, smiling suegcstiveiy,s
Il was
-How FAR from the house is this held?-
About half a mile"
You swear, do you, that by the clock
in your house il was just 10 minutes past
iOf"
Il do"
The lawyer paused and looked triumph-
antly at the Jury. Al last he had entrapped
that would greatly weaken his evidence.
The farmer %leisurely picked up his hat
and started 70 leave the witness stand. Then,
slowly about. he added:
ought, perhaps, TO say that too much
reliance should not be placed on that clock
as u got out Of gear about six months ago
q It's been 10 minutes past 10 ever sinos.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
Winter rIannels for a Hen.

FT0m Nc hirkpOOd WUl Lfd10-
An old hen belonging TO Mr.. VI. 4 Stor-
mont began laying late In the fall, and wa y
persistent that she laid twentv-siN "gg- h'-
fore she concluded 10 stop During all ia',
time she had neglected her 'noulting, ana
when she finally got ready 10 shed her iea'h-
erS II was IN the middle Of winter IN q thor'
time she was almost bare and suffering ron
the cold.
The Misses Sformont. seeing her predl'a-
ment. and approaching far value ~ hrr
service rendered. determined % CON" Z"
her rescue They accordingly tooS the olt'
hen into the house, took her mclsureneni-.
made her q suit Of nannels 70 ~, and theA
released her Her LACY ship took the mate
very ph~ilosophically and hustled OF 20 he
companions. apparently very comfortsb!e
In her new suiS
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
BABISTS HARD AT WORK.
Several Meetings Weekly in This Cny
Message From Their Head.

The Babists. or Behaists. as they prefer
to be called, are holding meetings in New
York in several places. Weekly reunions
take place on Thursday evenings at the
home Of one OF the members at $50 Fifth
avenue, Manhattan, and in Brooklyn at
the Lockwood Academy. 40 South Oxford
street, where on Monday evenings Howard
MacNutt lectures. The Sunday meetings
In Manhattan are held at the Hotel
Majestic. while the Board OF Counsel meet
at the home Of the chairman, A. p. Dodge,
$50 West islst street.
The most recent publication issued by
the Behaist believers are two works by
Anton F. Haddad. These are "A Message
From Aka" and The Station Of h Mani
festation and the Greatness Of the Day
One 10 being constantly reminded OF the
Oriental origin Of this new religion by the
nowery titles and the language Of h books
dealing with the subject.
Mr.. Haddad. In his Message From Aka
has much to say Of the head Of the faith
Abbas Erendi. whom he speaks Of as Our
Lord OF him he says:
Il cannot even attempt to give you the
slightest idea OF the dignity and wisdom
Of our Lord-of his surroundings, or how
He welcomes pilgrims. and so %enlightens
them by His words that at their departure
they are filed with the realization Of His
Divine Spirit
Mr.. Haddad brought many messages
TO the believers in America. Among others
this-that they ought to unite with each
other, for union is power. Let them take
as their example in everything Abdul Beha,
the Master
Amessage which Mr.. Haddad was ordered
to deliver Is this:
Tell my beloved that great prosecutions
and troubles are awaiting them. They
ave not seen anything yet. They will be
attacked by all the people around them.
ridiculed and despised for His sake. A
great many books will be written against
them and the papers will attack them very
severely
In Washington the Behaist movement
is being vigorously advanced. A number
OF clever women are teaching there, and
among other work accomplished Ia a
Behaist home for women, which is now
In active operation.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
Tried Suicide by Smallpox.

From IN GNrfsOn DnHV NFWys
AUSTIN, Tex, Jan. 26.-There Is a most peculiar
story going the rounds in this city. and which Is
vouched for by some who claim 10 know. II Is
that OF q young girl who has attempted suicide
by the smallpox route. Her lover died almost a
year aso from smallpox. and she has wilfully ex-
posed herself TO that disease.
In a small hut In the settlement known as Mex
leo. = In the southern portion Of the city. a Mexican
won an ha. been sick with smallpox. This young
gin came 10 the shanty. and At FIRST was refused
sdnittAnce. but was admitted later when she
represented that she could cure the patient Once
inside and in contact with the victim. she told Of
her real purpose and sad story. The Mekicans
Tried TO persuade her to leave, but she would not
60, instead lying down on the pallet with the patient
and spending the night there. The attending
physician quarantined the young gin with the
Mexicans, and though 1t has been ten days since
the nrst visit, she has not contracted the disease.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
The Towel with which Nicksburs Sur
rendered.
From "a. Cincinnati Enquirer

INDIANAPOLIS. Ind, Feb. ? Recently the
committee headed by Gen RiGby OF Iowa
TO erect monuments on the Nicksburg battle
ncld commemoratinr the siege Of Nicksburg
addressed Gen. McGinnes and Other SUR
viving members OF III" Eleventh inolahh
Ir,ortrv. which hore a conspicuous part
IN Tint siege. for data about the square iort
which was an objective point for the DIVISION
with which the Eleventh was associated Inc
fnrt VAS known 10 the assGilapts n Fort Lee,
aud was sometimes designated ~ IA" Green
fo-f because OF its V~Cll-soddcd condllloU,
IL. ;nouiry discloscd that the dnmask towel
which was exhibit ed on the morning OF Tue
surrender In lieu Of ;he Evolutionary, Mhle
one Of the Eleventh. and whilea portion OF ~
was divided with his cUmrade- as a sOuNenmr
the greater mart l. SIN IN possession OF W.
& phinps of this city, and ~. inrorlpco
piece Of the ria z that surrendered Fort Lee
yicksburg. july 4. 1862.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
A Matchmaking Match BoN.
From ths chicago Record Herald.

when William y, Craig OF Evanston took the cover
on . new match box that he bought two months
ago. he found the name OF Lillian Campbell OF Nor
risonvile, Pa. on a slip OF paper on the inside.
Mr. craig has now announced his engagement TO
Miss Campbell, although the two have never seen
each other. Craig Is a member OF the Evanston
Fire Department and Is ~ years OF age.
The match boxes were made by a hrm In Nor
n,onvlle and Miss Campbell, who IS a stenographer
In the employ OF the company IN a spirit OF FUN.
As she Ssid later. put her name inside one OF them
and asked the nndcr, u an unmarried man, 20 write
to her,
Craig accepted the invitation and a correspond
ence began which ripened fast into a warm friend
ship. An exchange Of photographs was made q
.hort time ago aud now the Ore laddie has an
nouneed his betrothA.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
Prayer stopped Train.

FTVNVT ~ Y VEE"-FI""E ~"
ALLENTOWN. Pa. Jan. GA fast New Jersey
Central raSscngcr train that never heretofore
stopped at Coalpor was brought TO a Stands,lll
to day at that poin, by prayer. \ clergyman
who had been called to attend a funeral at Coal
port was told that the latter was no stopping place,
Then, III pray for the train TO stop, said he: and
he did so silently. As the train approached Cosl.
pou Engineer Lowdrr slowed down and brought
the train TO a standstill at the station. lie said
A secret influence impelled him To stop there.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
went TO Sea In a store.


q TVTT VF NTVTTFFTTF
TACOMA. Wash, ian. c5.-During the forty eight
mile wind las, nlsht a section Of wharf In Old Ia
coma was washed from is pilinr and noatcd out
to sea. on the wharf stands a small grocery store.
owned BY a man named johnson. The proprietor
and txo customers were In the store AZ the time
the dock noa,ed away. taking the building with H.
For several hours the groceryman and his Gus
toners were At the mercy OF the waves, but the
dock did not overturn. and finally was captured
he , tug brouch, 10 shore and safely moored.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
Easy smallpox In q Small Town.

From ne Columbus Dspdtoa.
Cold WATER. Ohio. Feb. 3-This little town, with
but 600 inhabitants has Just recovered from an
epidemic of smallpox during which ISL persons
suffered from the disease and not q single death
was registered. The symptoms were not OF a
yiulent form.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1902-02-09
Kentucky Puts Up the Price OF Matrimony.

From he Cincinnati Commercial Tribune.
Matrtmonislly inclined couples who in the future
contemplate clipping to Kentucky TO get married
will do we'll TO put an extra half dollar In their
pockets. because the license has been raised %
cents. The former price was 81 . license. but
County Clerk Yates OF Covington received notice
last evening from the State Auditor that an extra
so cents will be charged In future for the seal on
the document.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Doll Land.

This Christmas has the largest
population it ever had and every
night after the store closes the dolls
get together and talk among them
sc yes.
It's fun to hear Their opinion of
the avs visitors, especially about
those who have been SO free in their
speech about the dolies.
Every dolly is willing to be sold.
though. Some as low as &c, and
some OF the very stylish TO KS hold
themselves at $3.50, but there S
hundreds of jolly ones for sec and
Sl.OO.
Everything the little lady will
need for her toilet or comfort you
can find here also.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Dress Goods for Gifts.

Think of plaid for twelve and a
half cents. pretty patterns and good
wearableness for that price.
Other Al Wool Pi0ics for sec.
worth 75c. and SO on up to $500
for $500 cloths.
Lots of Christmas suggestions
through these pretty dress goods?
How would you like Tricot at
Csc?
Rather scarce just now in reds and
blues on account OF the great de-
mand, ard while we haven as many
as we'd like to have (ordered enough
Of them, but shipments de ayed),
still there's enough on hand to
supply those who'll purchase early.
Here's a wide range OF fabrics. al
priced between &c and soc per yard:
liomespuns, VenetiaTs. flames,
Zibe!ines, Iricots, Serges, HenrieltaS.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
SEABOARD AIR LINE RAILWAY.
Christmas HOLIDAY Rates.

On account. Of the Christmas holidays
tho Seaboard will sell round trip tickets
from all stations on its lines at q rate OF
one and one-third frst-class fares be
tween all points east OF the Mississippi
and south OF the Ohio and Potomac Rivers.
Including Washington, D. c., and st.
Louis, Mo. One tirst-class standard fare
will apply for the round trip between
FONTS in the State of Florida. Tickets
viii be sold December 23d, Gath. 25th. 3otli
and 31st, 1902. and January I. 1908; final
limit January g. 1903.
Tor StudentS-Same rates will apply as
above noted on presentation and surren-
de, Of certificates signed by the super
irtendent, principal or president of a
school or college. Tickets will be sold to
students December 10th to the ed. inclu-
sive. in addition to the above mentioned
dates Tickets sold to students will have
a final limit January s. 1908.
Tor further information. apply to any
agent or representative OF the Seaboard.
or write or call on
w. ]. MAY,
City Ticket Agent.
No zoos E. Main ST.. Richmond, Va
z. P. SMITH,
District Passenger Agent.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12

All Linen. Soft Bleached Hand
kerchiefs. full sized ard nicely hem
stitched in quarter, hat and one
inch hens.
nc each or $500 per dozen.
They are not 25c Handl1erchlefs,
according to our Csc standard-but
n,ee are exceptionally good values at
CSC good that we doubt II
there's many stores can equal them
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12

which criminal and railroad lawyers and
police officials generally will groan over
as it means that their evidence, in fu-
ture ease will have to be direct, explicit
and positively non-cirCumstantial before
they can secure convictions that viii
stand the test of the Suprem" Court
AN adherence to the basic principles
upon which the criminal Jurisprudence OF
his Commonwealth has ever rested. is far
TOO important to justify q departure from
them in order 10 meet the eNlSencleS OF
particular cases; and the hurtfulness to
society of the class of offences within the
puryiew Of the statue. affords no justi-
1'ication for the courts sustaining convic-
tiors in doubtful cases by way of preven-
ton
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
The SUMMARY.

a summary of decisions yesterday IS as
follows:
BY Judge James Keith. P:
Atlantic and DanviIic Railway Company
VS. Lyons. Treasurer. Circuit Court OF
Norfolk county. Affirmed.
Wright, Administrator VS.. Southern
Railway Company. Circuit Court OF
Brunswick county. Reversed.
Atlantic and Danville Railway Company
VS.. West Circuit Court OF -,ocfolk coun-
ty. Reversed.
Judge John 4. Buchanan:
McAllister. Trustee etc. vs.. Hartman
and ais Circuit Court of Bath county.
Affirmed.
Judge George NJ. Harrison:
Nitro Phosphate Syndicate vs.. John
son. Circuit Court OF the city OF Nor
folk Affirmed.
Haney vs. Breeder. Circuit Court Of
Green county. Reversed.
Judge S. G. Whittle:
Blanton, trustee, Us. Heckscher etc.
Chancery Court, city Of Richmond. he-
versed.
scott vs.. Boyd. Circuit Court OF Floyd
county Affirmed.
Goldman vs. Commonwealth. Hastings
Court. Roanoke city. Reversed. Judge
Keith dissenting.
Cases Argued.
The courts proceedings yesterday We're
as follows:
Allison VS.. Allison's EXor. and others.
Argued by Frank Christian, for appellant;
r. P. Carson and C. V. Meredith, for APP
nel,ecs. and continued until to-day
The examination OF applicants for the
bar will take place January g. 1903, on
Friday. The court will convene January
6, 1908.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
is DRAGGING ON
Argument in Norfolk Contest is Very

Argument in Norfolk Contest IS Very
Tame.
Nothing new developed in the argument
before the Elections Committee YESTERDAY
in the Norfolk city contested electior.
case. Mr. George Pitcher began for tbs
sitting members. and after speaLi5ng twG
hours an adjournment was had until ~
o'clock this morning. IN order to alio#
Mr. PiIcker to Secure some data which
he desired TO use in his argument re
will conclude to-day and this afternoon
his associate NJ. Randolph, will pre-.
Cesti 1t is likely that the case will 81
over Until to-morrow. when Mr. Heath
win close for the contestants
Mr. Pitcher commended that the primary
in which NIeSscs. Lambeth aud Bihb Wert
nominated was not regular: that Mr..
Lambeth was a citizen OF Norfolk countTs
and that the general election had been
fairly conducted.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12

Very Dressy Botany Flannel
Waists, in evening shades only, soft
pinks, blues, &C.. front trimmed
with s rows Of satin trimming and
finished in a new effect. Collar and
cuffs also trimmed with satin. luck
ed back and Bishop sleeves. a
splendid waist value at $685..
Fine Novelty Waists of imported
striped materials
The entire waist is box p'eated ard
forms one of tina drcSs!est wooden waists
we have ever shown. $500.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Beautiful Styles In
Wooden Waists for $500.

for
We made special the best in Wooden Waists at Slo
succeeded.
Three different styles navy and black The fit and tailoring o.
these ycsts IS coca a that OF the fDsaoN0r ones
Quality and of trimming, &C. makes the oe1ence
In price
Gu, first style is plain waist of Atwood French flannel
Second ye-awoo flannel with of small tucks running 10
bust line.
The third awool flannel tucked and henstched front
back finished with oxdzed buttons
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12

Strictly All-Wool Trcot Waists, en-
tirelv tucked front and back.
Full BIshnp slee, es. with long waist
ed fly etiect front.
1t m axes one OF the ost desirable and
dressy waists you can get at the very
moderate price OF S1.S0.
Tailor-Made Waists of fine quality
Botany flannel, nicely tucked f. ont,
back and sleeves and trimmed with
crocheted buttons.
These waists come in assorted
colors and are splendid values at
$3.50.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Two Other Christmas Helps.

Chi dren's Solid Gold Rmgs, full
IL karat weight, with a genuine dta-
MoEd setting.
You'll appreciate their value bet
ter when you see them in the Jenelry
Section. So. 90.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Flannels and Bedding.

Very prosaic, perhaps. for Christ
has pres hts, but, after all, the
'rosaic things make up the most of
fe, do they not ?
Flannel Specials.
q good Plain White Flannel. II l2c.
all-Wco! PLAIN White Flannel, tul
f7Hrd wide. SOC.
A good Twl'l Flannel, In gray, red and
blue, only. 17c.
White Shaker Flannel. good heavy
weight. 25c.
Canon Flannel.
Bleached and Unbieached, a fine,
firm tMill qua!lly, 1-4c.
B.eacaed and Unb.eaohed, heavy
weight, ICc.
B.e0cked Sheetirg.
q-4 Smooth, fire finish. loc yard.
o. good heavy quality, SPECIAL, at
ga
1O4 an extra fine sheetlng, 24c.
Sd Pillow Casing, 10c.
Reody-Mode Bedding.
e3xeo INCHES, made of good cotton,
only SOC.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Turkish Laundry BAGS 75c.

Extra good quality and size, WI h one
side OF the bag stamped in raised de-
SiGGS. the y ord ''Launiry' beng dag
nal across the centre.
a comm nplsce household article In
very attractive dress
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
A Good Bed Covering for SI.oo.

The prices are nearly one-half
their actual values, but that's be-
cause we got them at especially low
figures.
It's SO much the better for you
during the HOLIDAYS.
Table Covers, worth 81. 90 and Pc
sl.5o. for. -. On
:. Table Covers worth s19s, ST 25
tor. - ~ '<"I
Table sDS gs o. a5 w, worth $3.50 SI.Q8
- Table Covers worth s7.4s $40
These table covers range in size
ho1n a medium-sized sittlng-roon
able up to rge-sized dining-room
able.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12

Pink Carnations 35 cents per dozen
Roses Chrysanthemums. Vlolets. &c
Bouquets. Designs and Cut Flowers
shipped to any point.
W.. a. HAMMOND.
No. 107 East Broad Street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Three Good Christmas Gifts
From the Upholstery Section.

BeouJfM Couch CoDeys that will
answer admirably for single door
portieres are in Oriental and tapestry
designs and fringed all round.
for The sac Couch Covers 500
c5 5ss s 49,. and $3.50 c'o:" Sz.o8
There's a lot of handsome Double
Po,7,eyes here for somebody at low
prices.
sl.9s and s.. portteres for $500
$3.50 porueres fer $3.50
$50 poriezes for $3.50
7 xco inches, made of a fine, soft fin
ish cotton, 45C.
slx9 inches line cotton, 5-inch hem,
for only soc.
PNlow Cases.
42x76 inches. made Of a good round
thread cotton, lOc.
4Sx'6 n-hes, an extra good cloth,
only IL lie.
Women's and Children's
Underwear.
This underwear is the best that
skilled buyers could select from the
leading makers in the United States.
Isn't there somebody you know
would appreciate it for Christmas z
Ladies Jersey Ribbed Vests fleece
lined, six trimmed neck. pants with
French band. cream and pure white,
sizes ) 10 9, soc.
AFFORD Cut Sleeve Wool Vests. in
white and natural gray, pants to match
with French band, 75c.
Flanneette Gowns. IN fancy stripes
and p ain colorS, all sizes. $l.OO.
Boys Silk Fleecelined Shirts ard
Drawers, sizes - to 81. soc.
Jersey Lesgins, in black only, soc.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
CHARGES MADE.

-
The bill charged a secret arrangement
between Blanton and the selling agents,
by which the latter We're to charge ten
per cent. commissions for their services,
and to divide the same with Blanton.
Blanton admitted receiving half OF the
commissions, but denied that before the
sale there was any agreement or under
standing between himself and the agents
for any part Of their compensation; IN
other words the agents voluntarily ten
dered him half of their commissions.
Pending the preparation OF the cause
for trial. G. Norris Shuman, another
member Of the syndicate, made affidavit
that the 1000 belonged to the syndicate
and that since the suit was brought
Blanton had disposed of his real estate
for the purpose of defea ting any recovery
that might be had against him. Blanton
admitted the sale of his real estate. but
said it was sold in good faith.
The cause was heard upon the pleadlnss
and atIidavits and on decree entered. dI-
recting Blanton. within ten days, to de
port the 5000 to the credit of the court.
O.: enter into bond to pay and satisfy any
decree that might thereafter be made
against him, From the decree the appeal
was allowed.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Hat Brushes sec Each.

For either men or women. Bright and
Frerch gray rnlsl2 in various designs.
Sterling silver backs extra heavy.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
AII-Linen Huck Towels II I-2C.

It's the best towel for this price
that it's possible to get un ess some
body gives them to you at cost or
below
Heavy quality in solid white and
some with coiored borders, IL 1-Zc.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12
Fleece-Lined pique 25c Yard.

Pretty White Was Cloths. in honey
comb and basket weaves that are rather
scarce this season.
Poodle tell Us they can't get it
anywhere else in Richmond.
We know we had hard enough
work to get it from the manufac-
turers. 25c yard.
A Good Bed Covering for sI.oo.
It's Silkoline Covered Comfort,
well filled with nothing but pure oaor
less Wi7Te cotton.
TIE silkoline covering is of good quail
ity and it's 72x72-inch comfort that
you'll get every pe!ny's worth OF ser
vice from that you've put into its prize.
SI.O0.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1902-12-12

Wool Boorees, in all white, pink
and white and blue and white, Zoe.