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The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
u. S. COURT GRAND
JURY REPORTS TO-DAY

The grand Jury Of the United States
District Court will report for duty this
morning. The petit jury drawn for the
term will report tomorrow. The crmi-
nal docket of the court Is very light, and
there is no case OF widespread interest
to come before this tribunal. Nor are
there many cases Of any Importance for
grand Jury inquiry.
1t is ncl expected that either or both
courts will occupy many days in dis
posing of their dOckets. Nearly all the
docket are either up for dismissal or will
be postponed awaiting action In other
cases. The equity docket consists Of old
cases. few, If any, of which Will be tried
at this term.
Judge Waddll and the other court Of
ticials ar~in the city ready for the work
which VIII be gin to-day.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
MRS. MAVERICKS
TRUSTEES SHOT
Said to Be Discrepancy in AC-
counts Which Reaches
S75,0OO.O0.
(By Associated Press.)

NEW YORK, Oct. G.-The action re-
Gently begun by representatives of Mrs.
Florence Maybrick, who will be released
from prison in July of next year, to
compel an accountant of members of
Board of Trustees of Mrs. MaybrlcS's
ancestors estate was continued to-day,
when Attorney Samuel B. Hayden, of
Washington, d. c., examined William l..
Gardner, of Brooklyn one of the trus-
tees, regarding funds said to be due the
estate (and Mrs. Maybrck) from sales
of land in Virginia, West Virginia, flli-
nois and Kentucky.
What appeared to be a shortage of
about SIS, 900 In the trustees accounts was
disclosed at this hearing. Mr.. Gardner
was asked specifically as to his know
ledge of the signing of deeds releasing
the Baroness de Rocques and her daugh-
ter. Mrs. Maybrck from title TO property
in America, One item of forty thousand
acres of land, 1t is alleged. was sold
for eighty-fiye thousand dollars, and of
this sum, only ton thousand dollars was
admitted as received by the trustees. Mr.
Gardner said that he did not take particu-
lar cognizance of the value of the proper
Nv. adding that so far as he knew only two
thousand five hundred dollars accrued
from this SALE An accounting of this
last mentioned sum was made In 1885,
but since that time. the trustees have
made no further accounting, The hear
ing will be continued on October goth.
When asked. about the shortage of
$50, Mr.. Hayden would say nothing
definite, eve would iike to know what
became of the nancy" he said,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
MINISTER'S
SON NEARLY
I KILLS HIM
Attacked Father as He
Came from Church.
STABBED HIM
THIRTEEN TIMES
One wound is IN the lnrOdt
and May Be Fatal.
DISoBEDlENCE WAS
ORIGIN OF TROUBLE
Father Thrashed Young Man Soundly
for Refusing to Do His Bidding. and
May Pay With His Life-He
Asks that His Son
Be Not Pros,
ecuted.
One Wound is in the Throat
and May Be Fatal.
DISOBEDIENCE WAS
ORIGIN OF TROUBLE
Especial to Tho 1lmes-Dlspatch.)

Especial to Tho Times-Dlspatch)
VALDOSTA, GA, Oct. e.-Just as he
stepped from the church at Argyle. in
Clinch county, where he preached last
night, Rev. Richard James, prominent
minister of the Primitive Baptist Church,
was attacked and cut to pieces by his
son, Seward James. whom he had chas-
tised Just before the service began.
The young man. who Is twenty-five
years old, stabbed his father in thirteen
places. One of the wounds Is IN the
throat and fears are entertained that st
may prove fatal.
The trouble arose over the refusal
of the son to do tho fathers bidding.
When the wagon which the family rode
reached the church, it was found that the
tail gate was missing and Seward was
told to go back and find 1t When he re-
fused the father declared his purpose to
rule In his family anu gave the rebellious
son a sound thrashing. This ngered
Seward to such an extent that he waited
for his father after procuring knife.
and assailed him as soon as he left the
church.
After the affair, the son surrendered
to the sheriff The father says that he
is himself to blame and has asked that
his son be not prosecuted.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
CIRCUIT IS DROPPED
BY THE FUSlONISTS
Frederick W. HinriCks Put in
His Place as Candidate
for Comptroller.
By Associated Press.)

NEW YORK, Oct. 6-Frederlck W.
Hlnrchs of Brooklyn, was selected by
the fusion conference convention to-
night for the fusion candidate for comp
troler, to succeed Edward Nj. Grout
No candidate for president of the Board
of Aldermen was selected, adjournment
being taken until tomorrow afternoon.
The motion to select was made by
Timothy l., Woodruff and was adopted
unanimously,
The only development of interest early
in the day was Il statement by state
Senator Parick II. McCairen, orsanl-
zatlon Democrat, of Brooklyn, to the ef-
feet that he intended to support the DEM
ocratic ticket, including Doth Grout and
Fornes He did this. he said. because
they had been nominated at the city
Democratic convention.
Mayor Low said to-day that he had
written his last letter to Mr., Grout IN
the discussion which has been going on
between them as to whether Mr., Low
at first approved the acceptance OF a
Tanmany endorsement by Mr., Grout
'rhat incident is closed he said, Ho
declined to talk politics.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
Mr., JAMES CASKlE
MAY BE IN RACE
Seriously Thinking Of Enter
ing Contest for the
May0ralty.

1t seems now very likely that Mr.. James
Caskie will be a candidate for the Demo-
cratic nomination OF Mayor Of Richmond
next year. though the popular lawyer
and former Councilman is not yet ready
to make any formal announcement either
one way or another.
For the past four or five months strong
and influential friends Of Mr. Caskie
have becn urging him to consider tho
advisabilty Of entering the contest, and
he Is now giving the matter good deal
of thought.
When seen ut his home by represent
tatbye of The Times-D Dispatch last night.
Mr.. Caske said:
1T Is true that l am considering the
question of running for Mayor next
year. in response to the urgent request
of large number Of friends but at
present | have reached no definite con-
cusion on the subject, feel very grate-
ful to those who have thought me worthy
of the honor and ] shall give the mat
ter my earnest considerations
Mr., Caskie is a man of great popularity.
and Is we'll posted as to matters re-
atng to municipal government,
He was for long time a member OF
the Council from Madison Ward, and
served at different times as president OF
the body. and as chairman of the Joint
Finance Committee,
He is a lawyer of ability, and Was for
long time the partner of Judge s. B.
Witt, before the latter gentleman went
on the bench. :
4 ue friends of Mr.. Caskle are claiming
that If he enters the contest, he will stand
a fine chance Of winning tha nomlna-
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
GREAT TENSION
IS OBSERVABLE
AS Date for Russian Evacu-
alton of Manchurla Ap-
proaches.
(By Associated Press.)

YOKAHOMA, Oct, 6.-With the ap-
proach of October Sth, the nominal date
for Russla's evacuation of Manchuria.
great tension is observable among the
Japanese populace, but in diplomatic cir
cles, it is reaflrmed that hopefulnoss
prevails OF an amicable settlement of the
imbroglio between Russia and Japan on
the basis of minor concessions by Russia
In Corea and Manchuria, though off,
cials do not profess to expect that the
evacuation of Manchuria will be effected
on the exact date named.
Popular feeling In Japan Is exasperated
at Russia's dilatory tactics, and the ex-
citement has been aggravated by the
sensational press, which is constantly
circulating rumors of fresh Russian ag-
gressions.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
DEFICIT OF OVER
FOUR MILLIONS
Figures for Past Year in Post
office Department Are
Made Public.
csseIJ pe3uJoossy Sa)

WASHINGTON, Oct. G.-Henry A, Cas-
tle auditor for the Postotiice Department
to-day completed the trial balance for
the fourth quarter Of the year, which al
lows a final announcement of the Income
and outgo of the entire postal service for
the first year ended June 80, 1903 The
footing are as follows: Expenditures,
slsS, ,7S4 ,4S7; receipts. sl3i22i44a; deficit sl,-
b6O,OA.
The total financial transactions of the
postal service for the year including the
money order system are $lO26,7A,0S, thus
for the first time passing the billion dol
lar mark.
During the six years of the auditors
incumbency, the aggregate financial
transactions. which have been audited
and settled in the bureau amount to
five thousand million dollars
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
THE MASONIC RELIEF
ASSOCIATION TODAY

The Masonic Relief Association of the
United States and Canada will meet at
the Masonic Temple, in this city to-day
until Friday. Already a large number OF
the members have arrived and many
were present at a lodge meeting at the
Temple last night. Many of the guests
arc at Jefferson. not far from the Tenn
pie. Among them are Vce-Pr<ldent T.
J. Newton of Washington; Secretary
john r. Pope. of NeW York; treasurer
H. II. Chrlsctlan. of this city, is presi-
dent of the association, The number of
delegates expected Is about fifty, and al
most that number are now here.
Tonight at the Temple the local mem-
bers of the fraternity will accord the
visitors fraternal reception and ban
quet The local relief board will have
charge of the arrangements for the re-
Ceptlon.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07

complicated matters. 1t Is understood
that they favor the model OF Monihan.
also of New York. 1t Is said that Gene
raj Lee is very much more impressed
with that of Moni1lan than any other,
while Major Venable Is possibly open to
a little argument and might be brought
over to vote for NIoynihan's. But the
reported division in the committee In
taste is likely to be productive OF some
interesting voting tonight when the
first formal meeting will be held.
One of Three Courses.
It must not be understood that any
member of the committee has voted for
sbis or that, but all the models have been
seen by all of the members Of the COM
mlttee save Mr.. Joseph Bryan, and they
have all expressed opinions. From what
can be learned of these expressions, all
save Genreal Lee and Major Venablc
gave the most abundant praise to the
model Of Moynihan. General Lee and
Major Venable, 1T Is reported. visited the
hall together, and came away convinced
that the model of Moynihan Is the best
The real contest is going to be between
these two models. Those who think
Moynihan's Is most desirable are able
to see many good points in the model of
Monihan and probably vice versa. Ger
= =,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
NEW FISCAL
PLAN FOR
BRITAIN.
Mr.. Joseph Chamberlain
outlines His Policy.
MAKES ADDRESS IN
CITY OF GLASGOW
[l0 I QyO q lllYll lIlDuIO W
Premier BdlfOur.
SAYS HE is LEADER
OF GREATEST COURAGE
The Former Secretary Of the Colonies
Makes an Earnest Appeal for
Change In Policy Which He
Says is Disintegrating
the British Em-
pire.
SAYS HE is LEADER
OF GREATEST COURAGE
By Associated Prcss.)

GLASGOW, October 6.-Wahtever may
be the opinion held regarding the great
question which MIR. Chamberlain has
raised or the probable issue OF his cam
paign 1t Is generally admittd that he
has opened 1t In q mastery manner, be-
fitting the momentous occasion. and that
he can no longer be accused Of nebulos-
ty in presenting his case.
AS though inspired by the knowledge
that the practical collapse and break
M OF the Unionist party left him in
sole possession of the field. he spoke
with more than his customary energy
ano persuasiveness, lacking nothing IN
lucidity, either in phrase or argument,
whilst his appeal to the working classes.
upon whom, more than any section OF
the community, especially since the de-
lection of the Duke of Devonshire from
the uniorst administration, the success
or failure Of his preferential scheme VIII
depend, was eminently calculated to en-
list their support
1t was an inspiring scene within St:
Andrews Hall. within which be deliv-
cred his speech. Every corner OF the
women, cheering, singing and waving
handkerchiefs, as the chairman. Sir Mat
thew Arthur, led Mr.. Chamberlain to the
platform. distinguished company OF
neers and members of the House OF Com
mons was present, with host OF ladies'
including Mrs. Chamberlain, In the re-
served gallery. When the applause
which greeted his arrival had subsided,
Mr.. Chamberlain began to speak, and In
addition to encouraging cheers from ume
to time in the course of his Grafton, he
,yas greeted at the close VISA a great
demonstra tion
The former Colonial Secretary. COM
mencin his speech, said that his first
duty was to thank the great representa-
tive audience for offering him the op-
portunity Of explaining for the first time
in some detail his views on the subject or
the fiscal policy in the city from when
free trade first took birth, and In which
Adam Smith taught
Continuing, he paid tribute to Adam
smith, to whom, however. he said 1t was
not given TO foresee all the changes which
had occurred during the last century and
a half.
Hence the speaker was not afraid in
GLASGOW to combat free imports and
breach preference to the colonies. It
was known to every man that Scotland
had contributed out of all proportion to
her population to the building UP of the
empire which genius captcity and cour-
age had created and maintained.
II do not regard this as party meet
ing" lie said. II am no longer party
leader but an outsider. do not think
1t right to raise any exclusive party is
(C'nOtinnnd Second TaHe,)
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
WED IN WASHINGTON

Many Richmond and Virginia Couples
Tied in NuptiaI Bonds.
Many Virginia couples were licensed to
wed in Washington yesterday. among
them being the following:
Warren Carter and Ida F. Scott, both of
Richmond.
William II. Frye and Estelle Fanear,
both of Richmond
James L. Moore and Clara E. Napier,
Ed Edward c. Atkins and Lena coghill.
both of Richmond.
Henry j. Weiland. Of Norfolk. and LII
lie c. Brokhagen, of Washington.
". III. Landon White. Of Norfolk, and
Ida Ellis. of Eastyiile.
S. G. Neff. of Staunton, and Gertrude
B. Hollar, of Ranean, Va.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
TEN THOUSAND WILL
TAKE PART IN REVIEW

(By Associated Press)
CAMP YOUNG. WEST POINT. KY.
Oct. CATER the exhausting work of
the past two days, the troops here re-
ceived with satisfaction the announce
ment that light drills would be all that
was required Of them to-day.
The soldiers spent much time In putting
themselves and their accoutrements In
order for the division review in which
ten thousand men will participate to-
morrow. Governor Beckham apd his staff
will be present, and thousands of other
visitors are expected.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
MOYNIHAN
IS FAVORED
His Model of Stuart M0nu-
ment May Win.
ALL MAY BE REJECTED
Committee to Meet Tonight, and the
Result is Somewhat in Doubt-To
Be a Wel-Attended
Session.
ALL MAY BE REJECTED

Tho contest among artists for the
honor and business" of designing the
equestrian statue Of General j. p. b.
Stuart promises now to be far more In
teresting than at first thought.
From what can be learned here and
there, the majority Of the members Of
the committee who reside In Richmond
think that the best model for tho pro-
posed statue Is that Of Fred Moynihan.
formerly OF Richmond. but now located
in New York city.
The appearance OF General Fitzhugh
Lee and Major a. r. Venable, Of Farm
vile, on the scene, has considerably
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
WANT APPOINTMENT
OF RECEIVER REVOKED
(By Associated Press.)

PHILADELPHIA. PA. October e.
Argument was neard by the United
States Court Of Appeals in this city to-
ShipbuildinK Company from decision
of Judge Kirkpatrick. OF tho New Jer-
sey United States Circuit Court. appoint
ing James Smith, Jr., receiver OF the
pany, after denying all the allegations Of
the bill upon which the receiver was ap-
pointed, asked that the order OF Judge
kirkpatrick appointing Mr.. Smith re-
ceiver be revoked.
Declson was reserved.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
WlTHDRAWS REMARK
AND INCIDENT is CLOSED
lRy Associated Press. J

IBy ASSOCluteu ITeS9J
LONDON. October Cit was announced
at the War Office tonight In connection
with the controversy between Rear Ad-
mra Lambton and General Sir Archi.
bald Hunter, commander of the forces III
Scotland over the sneerng remarks made
by the latter at the workmanship of the
crew of the naval guns at tho siege of
Ladysmth, that General Hunter has Of
tlcially intimated his regret at the ex-
pressons he used, which he withdraws,
though he cannot alter his opinion and
dcrlores the Incident MS tending to dt-
mtnish the good feeling between the army
and navy. Admiral Lambton also with
draws the letter he wrote to the admi-
rally demanding an unreserved apology
regret at his personal remarks The in
cident Is now closed.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
GENERAL

Stock market lethargie owing to sus-
pense over action of street corporation
Observation-Disclosures trial postponed owing
to illness OF juror, but It may proceed
to-day-Five favoritcs and an outsider
captIre the purses at Morris Park
Minister badly stabbed as he leaves
church by his grandson, whom he had
chastised for disobedience--Joseph Cham
bcrlain makes speech on fiscal policy at
Glasgow--United States Steel Corpora
tion directors cut dividend on common
stock in half, owing to decrease IN earii-
ings-Sir Michael Herbert buried at VIE
ton and solemn services are held IN WASH
ington also--Accounting officers In Ph'l-
ipDincs steal money and start for Island
Of Borneo--Trustees of estate of MIS-
Florence Maybrick alleged to be short IN
accounts to extent of SI5,UoV--Sehaloi
Platt announces date OF his approaching
marriage-Name Of Grout for comptroi.
Ter dropped from fusion ticket and that M
Of Hlnricks Is substituted-Dan Patch
and Prince Alert are, to race LOT chari- .i
table purpose-W eekly crop bulletin re-
ports that cotton picking is proceeding
Under favorable condtions-Cabnet in
session two hours discussing matters OF
mportance--Tension in Japan increases
as date for Russian evacuation OF Man.
churia Observation-Disclosures for past
year show deficit of four and half mil
lion dollars in postoffice Department.
Dynamiters blow up track Of railroad N
an endeavor to wreck tralh-Uniteu
States shipbuilding Co., wants appointi
ment of receiver revokedo-Esp plonnse
system to be adopted over Chicago city
employes--neath In Costa Rica OF
DemetriO IgleSiaS.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
TRACK is TORN UP
BY USE OF DYNAMITE
By Associated Press.)

(By Associated Press)
BUTTE, MONT, October "a Helena
sIecial to the Miner says the Northern
Pacific suffered again last night from the
work Of the dynamiters. At tSCo, 1879 7. M. NJ.
three miles west of Birds Eye, station
eight miles west Of Helena, the explosion
occurred. AS result Of 1t portion OF Of
the tracks was DESTROYED. as were the
The engineer stopped the train quickly
and thus prevented It being, ditched. No
one was hurt, but the roadbed was torn
repairs could be made.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
DEATH IN COSTA RICO
OF DEMETRIO IGLESlAS
(By Associated l'ress.)

SAN JOSE, COSTA KiUJ. MOHNdy,
September 2S.-Demetilo lHleslhs, eN-VlGe-
acted m t as president when his apn. the then
pl esident of the republic, went to the
United States on friendly Visit e. the
died in the arms OF his son., who had
watched day and night By his fathers
side during the lap'S's NiaaaSa,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
STEAL MONEY AND
LEAVE FOR BORNEO
fRu Assoo1ated Press.l

MANILA, October e.-George Forman,
chief Inspector, and G. ]. Johnson, con-
stabulatory supply office, both stationed
at Mlssamis, Nrinadanao, whose ACCOUNTS
were under Investigation. took 5000 from
started for Borneo. Running short OF
coal coal ii they " stopped native vessel and
took from her new supply. A steamer
Rad been sent to Borneo to interrupt the
ruglt1YeS
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
VIRGINIA MINERS
WANT TO STRIKE
(By Associa ted Press.)

(By Associated Press.)
INDIANAPOLIS. IND. Oct. 6.-The
National Executive Committee of the
United Mine Workers of America devoted
to-day and tonight to considering the
Colorado and West Virginia situations.
Nothing final was determined upon to-day
and nothing will be decided for two days
at least, as other matters will be taken
up tomorrow. In West Virginia 500 men
are out and an application has been filed
for 5000 to strike. The application will
not be acted upon for several days.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
FIGHT THE BATTLE
OVER AGAIN TONIGHT

The Committee on Charter Ordinances
and Reform will meet tonight at s o'clock
to further consider the question of re-
districtng the city into wards, the whole
matter having been recommtted by the
Council on Monday night.
All members Of the Council and Board
of Aldermen who feel an interest in the
subject, are invited to attend and be
heard,
a lively session Of the body As expected.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
TO CONFER THE WIVES
AND DAUGHTERS DEGREE

The Masonic class of Richmond and
Manchester will hold a special meeting
at Lee Camp Hall tonight for the pur--
pose of comforting the Wives and
daughters Degree on the wives. daugh !;
sons at 8 p NJ All such are invited.
They must be at least sixteen years old.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
FORMER HEAD OF POST
OFFICE DEPT is DEAD
my Aasoclated Presa.l

--- ~ -'--- t1Sya -, -----. .
BUFFALO, N. Y, Oct. 6.-Wilson s.
Bissell, former Postmaster General, died
at 1918 o'clock tonight. At about noon
he sank into q deep sleep, and 1t was
with difficulty that he was aroused at
intervals during the afternoon for nour-
ishment and medicine. The end came
easily and peacefully. DR.. Dewitt II.
Sherman, the physician. who has been
attending him during his recent illness
and members of the family, were at his
bedside
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
CABINET IN SESSION
NEARLY TWO HOURS
(By Associated Press.)

= WASHINGTON, D. c.. Oct 6.--For
nearly two hours to-day the President
and members of his Cabinet, now in the
city We're in consultation at the EXecutive
of the Cabinet since the conclusion OF
the Presidents summer vacation. secre-
tarics Root, Hay and Hitchcock were the
only members absent.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
.HOWlTZERS WILL GO
TO CRATER REUNION

The Richmond Howitzers will be in
spected tonight. after which there will
be a dance.
large attendance. 1t received and accept
ed an invitation to attend a meeting of
the survivors Of the battle Of the Crater
in Petersburg, October 3lst,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-10-07
CHICAGO CITY EMPLOYEES
TO BE CLOSELY WATCHED
By Assooiated press.)

CfMCAGO, October b,-Alter hearing
cerning the municipal graft charges
ire Chicago City Council, last night voted
to establish system of espionage over
ccmmittee OF nine aldermen to conduct
an investigation OF tRs atS departASRtS,