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Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
MILLENBECK.

w. L. Raynor left last week for New
York, where he has accepted position
VIM. Besne, while in Baltimore some
weeks ago, was robbed Of all the money
he had with him.
Mrs. e. I. Schools is visiting friends
in Mid5lesex, near Saluda. this week.
w. III. Dunswsy, Jas. Maston and Eu-
gene j. Carter were In Urbanna last
week.
Most all ofthe sick ones are out again.
Fertilizer Inspector Sale was here last
week on business.
K. A. Dodson and w. III. Clark, near
this place, we understand have traded
property. Mr.. Dodson moving to the
place where Mr.. Clark lived.
We are glad to see Lloyd Hsynie out
again and back at bis position with J. E.
Connellee.
Atward Groom, of Urbauna, was visit
ing his daughter, Mrs. w. l.. Hayden.
near here. last week.
4. t. Schools left last week to visit his
parents In Middlesex.
w. II. Warren is In Baltimore this
week.
W. s. Armstrong, OF Aberdeen, Md b,
was here last week on business.
Mrs. l.. Z. Rogers has returned home
again. SNowsroRM
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
TO "CITIzEN, COMMANDMENTS

The CITIZEN is duly grateful for the
efficient work done by its large corps OF
correspondents. We want to hear from
every one in The corps as often ss be or
she can write, provided there Is some
thing doing" in their locality. For some
months, owing to war news and other
pressing matter, we have had crowded
out every week a page of type. So, for
the present. we ask our writers TO con,
dense as much as possible. Communities
tions should always be accompanied by
writer's name, whether name is for pub
licstion or not. Kindly bear these
points in mind. We might add, for your
information, that properly signed COM
munications when crowded out are re-
yised 10 suit publication a week later;
when received too late we note that fact
N publishing SO that correspondents
may become better acqusinted with what
mails TO catch. When stationery gives
out, always notify us.
Those kind enough to send as miscel-
laneous articles, poems snd communica-
tions not pressing, we ask also TO be kind
enough 20 bear with US until we can find
space for them. Such articles as con-
tain merit will in due time be published.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
OYSTER RESOLUTIONS.

We, The Oystermen's Protective Union
OF Lancaster and Northumberland couu-
ties, representing seventeen subordinate
stations and over twelve hundred men,
bers, wish to take this method OF thank
ing everyone who helped us in our fight
Tor existence over the defeat of the Jordan
bill. To our worthy Representatives Of
Tidewater, both OF the House and Senate,
we wish to say that we appreciate what
you have done for us more than we can
express. And to our up-country friends,
one and all, who so nobly came TO our
rescue in our time of need, we pull off our
hats and ask you TO demand anything
of us that we can give, and it is yours.
And last, but not least, we wish to say
to our personal representatives of the
o. Z. L., that so ably represented our
organization in this fight, ''Well done
good aud faithful servants;"- you will
get your reward.
By order or the o. p. u.
r. +. MEEKINs, President.
j. W. THOMAS, Secretary.
II. Z. OWEN, Treasurer.
b. s. HAMMoYDs, Chr Elk. Board.
Diapers OF Tidewater please copy)
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
A WISE BUSINESS DEAL

Mr.. James Brinkley a prominent farmer
living near Drivers in Nanesmond county
died recently while in the prime OF life. and
his death illustrates forcibly the Importance
of certain precautions in business matter
that men are often likely to overlook.
Nearly all business men, and particularly
men in the business of farming, have plans in
hand at all times that others cannot take up
on the instant and mature successfully. They
must have time to become familiar with
details, and have ready money to cover delays
involved, as well as to continue operations
Mr.. Brinkley could always command money
needed to tide him over emergencies; but for
his estate to do such thing is entirely diff
ferent proposition.
Mr.. Brinkley was always active In. business
and seldom he'd "a large balance IN bank. He
kept his money at work. AS consequence,
when stricken down by death, business losses
would almost certainly have ensued had he
not forseen such difficulities and as q prudent
business man prepared for them several years
ago by taking outa policy of life insurance in
the Phoenix Mutual of Hartford. The money
received from The Phoenix in payment of this
policy was, as Mr.. Brinkley foresaw, worth
several times the amount to his family ia tho
protection which it afforded its various
interests.
Upon receipt OF request VIC will serd pam
phlet describing Phoenix policies.
Ben. NJ. RAWLINGS, State Manager.
Richmond, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
ALFONSO.

Grip has been al unwelcomed visitor
in many of our homes recently. Thos.
on the sick list now are: Mrs Bette
Mitchell and Mrs. Nj. Mahau aud son
Frank.
Mrs. Lula Douglass was last week al
the bedside Of her mother, Mrs Barnes
who was suffering from rheumatism.
Miss Florence Rice visited at the home
of Misses Evelyn and Gertrude Cockrell
near MiskimOn, last week.
Miss Edna Barker visited the home OF
Rev. A ID Reynolds Sunday, aHd at Mrs
w. G. Rice's Monday
Rev. II. T. Marsh arrived here on Fri.
day OF last week He was accompanied
by his wife aud two children.
Miss Eta Rice visited the Misses
Revere recently.
Little Fannie, the infant daughter OF
Mr.. and Mrs G. E. Barrock, continues
quite unwell
Robert Alexander and son, Addie, OF
Fairport, have beeu visiting relatives In
this vicinity the past week.
Your scribe spent Friday afternoon
with friends at Miskimou.
Miss Eva Thomas aud mother visited
at the home Of Mrs. w. G. Rice recently
Buck Norris, of Litwalton. was seen
In our midst the past week.
MAY BELL
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
swANEE RIVER.

The present oyster season. which Is
about to close, has been very good for
the tcngers but not at all satisfactory to
the buyers and shuckers. The next grab
game will be the little baby soft crabs.
A flock OF swan recently passed this
way about two miles high Some one
said they were singing "Nearsr my God
to Thee" aud that wild ducks are "home
ward bound;" but this child expects
more ice soon.
Some folks planted peas in February
and they are up and looking as yellow
as citron. Sweet corn and potatoes
have also been planted some time, bat
we haven't seen them since. Potatoes
are very cheap up this way--only $500
per bushel fer culls. 80
Mis-. Lena George and son, Carroll,
are sick with the grip. Mrs. K. L.
Gould is also quite indisposed.
Among the recent callers at Swanee
we note: Capt. Gould, b. F. McCarty, c.
81. Dudley, E. Hsynie, T. P. Towles
Capt. Powell and Tom Spencer.
Friday will be all-fools" day and we
hope they win not flight your scribe.
DO @.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
LANCASTER COURT.

Lancaster court was In session about
eight days, closing Wednesday night
Judge Wright returned Thursday 20
Tappahannock after his arduous duties in
this court.
Christine Hackney, who wqs indicted
two years ago for malicious assault on a
step-child, and on trial convicted oI
assault and battery. was give new trial
by Judge Wright. The accused plead
guilty to the charge of assault and bat
terry and the court assessed against her
a fine OF S40O and costs Of the prosecution
The ejectment suit OF Bush Bros. VS..
Thos. Rice resulted i'm verdict for defend
ant. A motion for new trial will be
argued at the Northumberland term.
A. Hutchinson W.. Beane 4 Son, dis
puted line; verdict for Became.
Fayette Sanders Va. Weems Steamboat
Co., damaging oysters, continued through
sickness OF witness.
Standard Sewing Machine Co. w. q. Is.
Cundiff, continued.
Ed Efford vs.. I.anden, attachment: con-
tinued.
II. Bessie Gunther vs Board OF Super
visors, trespass; ruled ont.
Four cases VS. J. J. and J. b. Whitaker
dismissed at defendants cost.
L. r. b. Wright We b. III. and ]. NJ.
Robinson, debt; office judgement.
All attorneys qualified.
appointment of game wardens in Man
tua and White stone deferred for further
consideration.
A. A. Moody, Com. Accts., ordered to
examine Treasurer's bond and report if
sufficient.
A. A. Moody appointed Bail Commits
sioner.
DIR. NJ C. Oldham appointed Jail ply
stefan.
L. j. Do wning appointed Commissioner
in Chaneery, and to cast deciding vote in
Board of Supervisors in event of a tie.
Rule entered against +. A. George for
non-attendance as juror.
Rule against r. X Whaley dismissed.
c. 8. Haynie qualified as magistrate.
Accounts allowed: Geo. Cornwell, jailor,
S22.5O; J. A. Chowning, sheriff, 1880;
j. Il. Gresham, deputy sheriff, $1S; ]. A.
McKenney, s6.17; r, T. Douglass, $3.50;
VIM. Chiffon, SO.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
UPPER LANCASTER.


J.H. Brilliant, of Belle Isle, is critically
Ill.
B. b. Mitchell, of Emmerton, and Mrs.
Lucy Campbell and son. Raymond, of
Alfonso, were the guests of their sister,
Mrs. G. II. Revere, last week.
Miss Essic Revere, OF Lively, is visit
Ing her cousins, Misses Loitie and
Josephine Gregory, at Emmerton.
(. T. Stakes, of Lars, was seen In this
vicinity Saturday.
The farmers of this section are busy
plou CHING and getting ready for their
crops. They seem to be very mach be
hind hand on account of so much bad
weather.
Miss Florence Rice, of Alfonso, accom-.
panied by her friend, Addie Alexander
OF Fahfields, visited the home of Misses
Cora and Jamie Revere last week.
IL. N. Clarke, OF Ocran, spent seyerel
days OF last week with his parents at
Lively.
DIR. T. s. ID. Covington was In this
locality last week doing some dental
work.
Master Maynard Clarke. of Lively
spent several days with his grsnd-mothe,
at Alfonso the past week.
Miss Inez Barrock, of huntsville, was
the guest of Miss Edna Barker receatly
WHITE RosE.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
RROOKVALE.

Spring has at last put In its appear
snce, and farmers have begun spriDg
work.
Mrs. Mary j. Shay is very III with
pneumonia at this writing.
The many friends of Rev. r. E. Bent
ley will be glad to learn of his improve
ment in health. "
Miss Rosalind Sutton has been quite
sick with the grip a, her aunt's, Mrs II.
T. Douglass, but is now much improved
and has resumed her duties in her school
at kilmarnock agaiu.
Mrs. Me. Wsddy aud daughter, Miss
Bessie, were pleasant visitors at the
home OF Mrs. G. E Shackleford few
days ago. o. MT.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
WEEAiS.

Miss Orsh Doggett spent several days
last week with friends in Irvington.
Mrs. w. A. Cameron is spending some
time with her sister in New Windsor, Md.
Owingto the absence of counsel, who
were attending Circuit Court. the oyster
shore case did not come up last Saturday
as was expected.
w. A. Ball spent day last week a,
the home Of Mrs. Lamkin, at Rehoboth
Willie Ingram; of White Stone, was
seen here Saturday.
Professor 0ien, on Monday night,
closed the second session OF his singing
school here. 1t Is a matter OF regre, tina,
sufficient number were not interested
enough to make it possible to start a
third session. Much praise is due Prof.
Oden for the thorough and pains. taking
manner In which he gives instruction.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
(Communicated.l
A BUSINESS COLLEGE.

EDITOR CITIZEN:
1 hasten to commend the Chesa-
peake Academy, Iryington, for taking
under consideration the establish
ment of a business department. do
not know that my recent suggestion
had anything to do with this move.
feel complimented if it did, and
congratulate the management of the
Academy whether it did or not.
From the beginning l have felt
that the Chesapeake Academy was IN
the best position 10 introduce bust
ness education. 1t is already well
established and can conduct the de-
partment profitably and successfully
with less patronage than could new
institution.
I have no financial interest in the
Chesapeake Academy, and l there.
fore have no selfish motive in urging
that the management be given
prompt and hearty support. If the
business department is established il
will undoubtedly be established prop.
erly and those who can give support
ought to have no hesitancy in giving
their assurances.
There is no doubt that the North
ern Neck can support a first class
business department to the -Chesa
peake Academy. Under present con,
ditions our young people must either
study at home or go away to the
cities to learn shorthand, typewriting
book keeping, commercial law, ad YER
Using, and the other bushes,
branches. Why should it be neces
sary for them to 60 away, For years
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01

we have heard regretful comments
on the fact that so many young men
leave the Neck. There are many
reasons for it; one is that a great
many get their education away from
home and naturally take advantage
of opportunities that come to them
where they have received their train
ing. Who will deny that the North
ern Neck will afford more business
opportunities when her young men
are ready to take up special lines of
work?
trust may be pardoned for re-
ferring to my personal experience.
at the time l purchased typewriter
l believe it was the only writing ma
chine in Northumberland county. 1t
was a curiosity to many. ono use
to learn that" said some, "there's no
work of that kind here" And there
was not, so far as l could see. Others
said Every nice, but / would not
put a hundred dollars in machine
of that kind" Yet am sure / did
four hundred dollars worth of work
on that machine while | lived at
Heathsville, and after five years use
L sold it for fifty dollars. There is
plenty of business work wherever
there are people who know how TO do
it well.
believe the time is not far distant
when every county clerks office in
the Neck, every lawyer and every
business man of prominence will
have use for the stenographer and
typewriter operator, when the courts
will have official stenographers and
have all writing done with typewrit-
ing machines; when modern systems
OF accounting will be installed in
every store and Office. There is need
everywhere for more general educa-
ton on the laws of business and on
the methods by which business is
promoted; the Northern Neck, land
of splendid resources and capable of
great development, needs it as greatly
as any part of the country.
Conservatism is virtue, but 1
fear there is some danger that the
people Of the Northern Neck will be
too conservative about this new de-
partment of the Chesapeake Academy
and fail to assure patronage that
Will warrant the management in
going ahead.
If you can send yourself, or can
send a son or a daughter to the bust
ness department of the Academy
next fall, do not be content to
wonder what "they" are going to do
about establishing the department.
What the management wants is to
see hundred hands go up and hear
hundred voices Say "Count on me. !"
5. ROLAND HALL.
Scranton, Pa.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
WHITE STONE.

DEATH OF BASYE DAVENPORT
OSCAR" MORRIS REMAINS TO BE
BROUGHT HERE.
The community is sorrow stricken at
the death OF Basye Davenport, which oc-
CURED at his home near here shortly
afternoon on Monday. The deceased was
a model young man and the youngest of
two sons, and only children, Of Mrs.
Maria j. Davenport and the late Richard
o. Davenport. He was 20 years old the
10th of January last. Though in feeble
health for four or five weeks, the immedi-
ate cause OF death was nervous prostra-
ton complicated with malarial fever,
with which he had been attacked only
about ten days. The remains were in
tered Tuesday, $3.50 p. m, at White
Stone Methodist cemetery. Revs. ]. NJ.
Anderson and G. Y. Bradley being the
ministers in the services, though the
services were conducted chiefly by the
council OF Jr. o. U. A. NJ, Councillor w.
j. Cornelius, conducting that part Of the
rites. A very large assembly was in at
tendance sf2
Attorney W. B. Sanders left for Balti-
more yesterday to return with the re-
mains of Austin Morris, for whose estate
he is the administrator.
Miss Ola A. Humphreys, daughter of
0cran Humphreys, and her aunt, Miss
Helen V. Blizzard, of Baltimore, arrived
this week to spend Easter with relatives
in Poplar Neck
Capt. G. p. Squires has been in Balti-
more the past week.
Mrs. j. +. Bellows and other members
of her family have been under doctors
care this week.
Peter Henderson, residing near Pal.
mers, went to Baltimore this week to
labor for the future. His family will fol
low in a few days.
Mrs. Florence McKenney is quite sick
as is also Mrs. II. L. Spriggs, the latter
with the grip.
Mrs. r. R. Dunaway has returned from
Baltimore with her spring millinery and
her new milliner, Miss Johnson.
Capt. Mason Gourley and Mate Mills
of Weems steamers, were in the village
Wednesday.
The little son of Val. Brown fell from O
fence Saturday and broke his leg.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
FISHERMAN.

Mrs. Emely Meekins is much improved
in health at this writing.
Miss Lille Meekins, from Shsrps, is
spending a while with Mrs. w. q. Fox
well, G. w. Meekins aud others.
Our faithful mail carrier, Mr.. Elliott,
is making his trips on time.
Capt. Albin George has his gasoline
boat running rieely now.
Our school teacher, Miss Vaughan, has
only one more month to teach.
Mrs. j. NJ. Ingram is sick at this writ.
ing.
All the fishermen are doing well
Some have Lot finished putting out their
nets yet. JACK.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
MERRY POINT.

There has been great deal of sickness
In this vicinity lately from that new
disease people call grip" for want OF a
better name. Among the sick at this
time are Mesdames ]. s. Chowning aud
Lstsne Currie, and little Fannie Currie.
w. L. Derrickson. the Gamer, has
been here making arrangements for the
seasons crop of tomatoes.
Miss Fannie Chiffon, of Ottoman Is In
Baltimore this week.
Hairy Carly, of Hartford county, Md,
nephew OF Senator Baker, of that State,
was pleasant visitor last week at
Water View" the hospitable home OF
J. s. Chowning. He brought with him
a "Victor" talking machine and enter
tanned his friends with many selections
Gus
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
Robbed the Grave.

A startling incident is narrated by John
Oliver OF Philadelphia, as follows: II was in
an awful condition; My skin was almost yell
low, eyes sunken, tongue coated, pain CON
tinually In back and sides, no appetite, grow
Ing weaker day by day. Three physicians had
given me up. Then was advised to use Elec-
trio Bitters; to my great joy, the first bottle
made decided Improvement. I continued
their use for three weeks, and am now a well
man. know they robDed the grave of another
victim" No one should fail TO try them. Only
81 cts. guaranteed, at L. G. Richardson. Kill
marnock; L. J. Hayden & Son, Irvlngton.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01

An Evangelistic Conference of Baptist
pastors of Rappahannock Associations
was held Wednesday and Thursday of
this week in Tappahannock.
There will be preaching at Fairfelds
NJ 4. Church next Sunday morning at
lO:3O-a. m, Liberty at $3.50 D. IN. and
Alton at 1880 p. m. by the pastor.
Rev. j. T. Mastin, superintendent of
the Virginia Conference Orphanage. will
preach at Irvington Methodist church
pext Sunday at IL a. NJ, at White Stone
at 3 p. m. and at Wesley Chapel at 1870
p. m. At each place he will give the peo-
pie an opportunity of aiding him in his
work.
Missionary cards are being sent out to
the members of White Stone Circuit this
week, and they are requested to return
them with contribution or subscription
during the month Of April.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
NOMINI GROVE.

This scribe will try to collect hel
thoughts and write a short letter to
the VIRGINIA CITIZEN, our highly
appreciated paper, although feeling
badly, scarcely able to sit up, having
been confined to my room for several
days. But as it is my custom OF
sometimes expressing my sentiments,
or thoughts for publication, / will
therefore make the attempt.
Our community was saddened on
March 18TH by the death of Mrs
Smith, the beloved wife Of James O.
Smith. This lady had been in deli,
cate health for several years, with
that dreaded and fatal disease con-
sumption. She>leaves a devoted hus-
band several children (mostly grown, }
an aged father and many loved ones
to mourn, but not as those who have
no hope for the future happiness of
their departed ones. She was q
Christian and strived to live Cody
life.
The Ladies' Aid Society of Gideon
church will have an entertainment
at the church next Monday, Easter.
Dinner will be served in the hall
adjoining the church. A big time
is anticipated.
Miss Willie Jeter Thrift, of Village
youngest daughter of Mr.. and Mrs
Richard Thrift, and sister of Mrs
Walter j. Vinegar, of Lancaster
county, and Mr.. j, M. Hayden, Of
Lottsburg, were married not long
since at Gideon Baptist church, Rev
Lester A. Brown officiating. Con,
gratulations are extended this happy
couple.
Mrs. S. H. Straughan continues t.
improve, we are glad to state.
John l.. Beale, of Hague, was 8
very welcome visitor in our hom,
recently. X. ID. G.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
KILMARNOCK.

G.. L. Brooks, at w. E. Cox's farm. ad-
vertises sale of his personal effects April
9th. He will remove his family to Bal
timore.
Our people are talking of going on the
Helen Euphaue excursion TO the New
port News launching April 9th.
Rev. F. w. Clsybrook left Tuesday for
Tappshannock to attend an Evsngelistic
Conference.
The stockholders ofthe Northern Neck
Mutual Fire Association Jour home COM
pany) will meet here April 9TH. to perfect
arrangements for entering the new terri
tory allowed them by recent act of the
Legislature.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
MARVIN.

Henry Benson and sou, of Weems,
visited Mrs. Elizabeth Benson last
Monday.
The sick ones in this section are
improving, under the skillful treat.
ment of DIR. l.. q. Mitchell.
j. Q. Bryant is getting lumber in
place to erect house.
Mrs. j. O. Bryant, of Lively, Is
visiting Mrs. O. r. Bryant this week.
Wheat is looking better since the
recent warm spell.
Mrs. Miller Balderson, of Meteo, is
visiting her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth
Benson, this week.
Q. r. Bryant will commence oper-
ating his mill the last Of this week.
JOKE.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
LEGISLATURES.
SOME NEW LAWS.

A bill which reads as follows: "No
district school board shall employ or
pay any teacher from the public
fund if said teacher is the brother,
sister, son or daughter of any mep-
Der of said board. Any member of
any district board who shall violate
any of these provisions shall be per-
sonally responsible to such teacher
for his salary" The new school laws
will have almost a revolutionary
effect in the State, bringing in many
new teachers, to some extent breaking
up the nepotlsm where it exists and
cutting the commissions of the county
treasurers out of the school fund in
half.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-04-01
EXCURSION EoTIcE.
LOTS OF SHAD.

Shsd made wonderful appearance In
the Chesapeake The past week. In con.
sequence the bottom has almost dropped
out OF the markets. Fish were late in
showing up, and good prices prevailed
only when there were none to be had.
l.. A. Sanders aud b. A. Croasdale
caught twenty-six hundred shad at one
lift Monday, and A. II. George caught
fourteen hundred. Harper Bros. one day
had more shad In their nets than their
gasoline boat would carry.
Capt. s. p. Simmons caught 2,10O a,
one lift. and number OF others on the
bay shore In LANCASTER did equally as
well.