The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-06-11
GOVERNOR
WELCOMES
Heptasophs Pass in Review
Before the Executive.
ELECT OFFICERS TO-DAY
Big Parade Watched by Thousands or
Broad Entertainment at the
Casino Success Despite the
Heavy Rain-Other Gossip.

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the second days proceedings OF the con-
clave OF Heptasophs, but not much. The
programme was carried out to the Lett
ter. and while the attendance at the tn-
tcrtainment at the Casino was not wnnt
It might have been, II was very large.
and the show put on by Polk Miller and
his combination was hugely enjoyed.
1t was along the line as already known
here. and was something new to the
visitors, who applauded Mr.. Miller In his
funny monoogue, and his splendid
darkey quartette. embracing the little
man with the big voice and the big
man with the little voice. The Helps
were materially aided in their efforts In
this particular by Messrs. Jake Wells
and Charlie Mckee. OF the Bijou and
perintended the work on the stage Of
the Casino, and much credit was given
him by the local committee
The feature OF yesterdays proceedings
was the big parade from the Masonic
Temple along Broad Street to Ninth.
thence to the Governors residence,
whore Governor Montague and Mrs.
Montague received the ladies' and gentle-
men OF the convention.
THE GOVERNORS WELCOME
Governor Montague made one OF his
happy little speeches. in which he said
+ he did not mean to give them an address
OF welcome. but an expression OF graft
tude at their coming. lie said that the
coming or going OF a body OF American
citizens meant much toward forming
the cement OF American institutions,
and OF patriotism and love.
Virginia always feels proud In enter
tanning visitors from other States, for
she feels that they are either her chill
dren or her grandchildren. for Virginia
stood side by side with Massachusetts
and Pennsylvania and the other States
in welding the tcnets and foundation Of
the republic. and 1t has net been 80
many years ago when many OF the pres
emit States formed a part OF the original
territory OF Old Virginia.
He said something nice about the ladies.
which brought smiles to their faces. and
something nice about the order. which
brought forth cheers from the men,
Mr.. Tom Hicks introduced the Cover
nor, and said 1t was the proudest mo-
ment OF his life to do SO. On the portico
OF the Mansion stood. besides Mr.. and
Mrs Montague. the grand officers OF the
Heptasophs and members of the local
committee. and before them were crowd
ed the visiting members, their ladies. the
Baltimore band and uniformed rank
from Baltimore.
The parade started from the Temple
Mt o'clock. and stretched for blocks
along Broad Street. II WAS headed by
the band. followed by the uniformed rank
the Baltimore degree team. the grand
officers, visitors and members of the
local lodges and the ladies' in carriages.
Crowds of people stood along the pave
ment and cheered them on their way. A
few minutes after the reception by the
Governor rain came down and all hands
sought shelter.
The business session yesterday was OF
NJ 1. At
officers for the next term were made.
OFFICERS NOMINATED.
Opposition to incumbents arose In but
I two Instances, that for supreme provost
and that for supreme medical examiner.
All the incumbents were renominated,
md at 10 O'Clock this morning the cleo
ton will begin. The names are:
Supreme Archon-AIorris G. Cohen, of
I,ttsburg (re-election).
Supreme Provost-W. G. Boland, scran-
ton: Thomas B. Hicks Richmond
Supreme Secretary-Samuel II. latter
sail. Baltimore. (re-election), n
Supreme Treasurer-chas.. n. Ramsay.
Bos ton. re-eectlon).
son Jones. Newark. NJ. tre- eiectian). !.
Or. B. P. Muse Baltimore. native Of
br George ~; Bradley, Phladeiphla
Or y F poqlitle Enstq 2Is ,iIs,ora
Dr.. Charles II. hubert, Of Baltimore.
Supreme Organizer-J. w. Cruett, Bal
General Supreme counsel-olin Bryan.
Supreme Prelate-Chartes A, Greer, Al
toona
Supreme Tr4stees.T ii !, B Eaa tV re
co4nell, Philaadelphia; William Decker
Supreme sentinel-w. V. Iendrick,
Scranton.
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After the election Of officers the next
place Of meeting will be fixed, There are
to be between Philadelphia, Brooklyn and
1'sit' Tfio-DAY,s PROGRAMME.
Of next meeting place,
Lee camp MAfTf s ali S' 1ssns o aps
3 =: M..opssn a air en5 IS, &. and
The sessions Will close tomorrow, when
business will vino. up with the instaa-
ton of the. new officers; rre
PERSONAL AND NOTES,
Mr.. Marcus Kallman, overseerl of the
moor Of Boston, is a delegate to the
convention, This is his first visit to
Richmond, and he is very much pleased
with what he has done and what has
MI. j. L. Funk. of the Louisville Rail
way, Is another prominent delegate, He
Mr.. r. G. Matten. collector Of den-
uuent taxes, of Allegheny county. Pa,
is u social fellow. and delighted with what
has happened to him.. He Is bigger tne .
Mr.. Tom Walford. who holds similar
position here.
Mr., Walter w. connell. of PHILADELPHIA,
is one of the trustees. He Is very
husv man at home In secret and fraterna1
Mr. Charles Eberle, of Pittsburg, a
leading printer and publsher, has en-
1oyed his trip immensely.
Mr.. Charles G. Woodcock. of Milwau-
kee, is hustling for the next Supreme
ConclaSe.
Mr.. 6. H, Evans Of the Finance Com
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