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The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
THE AccOMAC KILLING.
Further Details of the Terrible Trag-
edy Of Saturday Night.

As a result OF the terrible fight that
took place at HalwOOd, in the northern
part OF AceOmac, Saturday night, one
man lies dead. one mortally. wounded,
two badly hurt, one being in iail, and
one boy slightly injured.
Some time ago the pretty daughter OF
Samuel Trader, a contractor, was mar
ried TO Thomas Smith secretly. Her
father was very much opposed 20 her
marriage, and ever since the marriage
Smith and her family have been at outs.
They came 20 blows Saturday night,
Samuel Trader and his son, Luther, met
Smith and Immediately commenced to
club him. George 5. Sterling ran up and
cried fair play. BY this time Smith was
lying flat on the ground and shooting
affrRy began, in which the older Trader
was badly ehCt in the head, his son kill.
ed outright, Sterling shot in the side, a
boy hit by stray bullet, but not Sc
riOusly hurt, but Smith was not hit at
all. It il stated that neither Smith nor
Sterling had pistol; only the two
Traders, and they and Sterling were the
ones shot This is very mysterious and
can only be accounted for by the excite
ment in the darkness, and the Traders
shot each other,
The elder Trader had q hearing before
q magistrate, but was released on
grounds of accident. Smith has been
put in jail, but an effort will be made to
have him released. Sterling was badly
shot in the ribs and may die Trader
has never been in bed.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
MAJ. JULIAN j. MASON.
Resolutions of Respect.

In the Circuit court of King George
county, July X, 1904, the following resO-
lutions, relative to the death OF Major
Julian J. Mason, were offered by Mr.. W.
d. Writ. attorney, and seconded by
Messrs. Ch8s. II. Ashton and W A. Rose,
attorneys, and f. l.. Hunter, clerk of
this court, and said resolutions were by
the court ordered to be spread upon the
record.
Whereas, in the providence of the Oliver
and Maker OF Life, our friend and brother
attorney, Major Julian j. Mason, de-
parted this life on the 25th day OF Feb
ruary, 1904,
Resolved, Ist That each member Of
the bar Of King George county, and each
officer OF the county, has sustained
through his death the loss of one whose
friendship was given 90 all and whose
animOsity passed to none. Loyalty was
the watchwOrd that guided oil his 8c'
tions in dealing with his fellow man.
The fTankness Of his manner was the
charm that ever drew around him an ad-
mIring thrOng. The brilliancy OF his
mind was the delight of all who came
ence. The hospitality born within him,
an heritage passed to him through a
line Of noble ancestry, made OF his home
the refuge where the light of heart found
more sunshine and the broken in spirit
were upheld and cOnsOled. The fidelity
Of his heart towards his friends knew no
waYering lines throughout his life; his
charity 20 the poor, the widow and the
iatherless was such that this helper OF
the helpless will he fondly loved through
the coming generations, As q member
of the bar he vaunted not himself, while
all who heard him bowed TO this brilliant
lawyer in silent admiration or declared
the glory OF the man.
2nd, That we deeply sympathize with
the family in their bereavement.
Bird, That q copy of these resolutions
he spread on the minutes of this court,
and that copy be sent TO the family ol
deceased and to The Free Lance.
A cOpy-Teste,
T.. l.. Hunter, Clerk.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
OLD PARTY REUNITED.
T. :. Ryan Credits Judge Parker and
Solid South,

Thomas f. Ryan, Of New York, who
was delegate from Virginia 20 the Dem
ocratic National Convention. has re.
turned to his home from st. Louis
Speaking of the convention and it's re-
snlts. Mr. Ryan said:
AIN one brave stroke, with the aid Ol
the solid South, Judge Parker has reOr-
ganized and reunited the Democratic
party.
1.-THE fact that stands out most promi-
nentiy in this reOrRani2ed force Is the at
titudp oi the South, for the vote on Sum
day morning shows that IL Is the South,
which not only emphasized and asserted
the necessity for return 10 financial san
ity, but IL has led the way and forced the
fighting. 70 zee one Southern State
after another-by the accident of alpha
bet yOting-standing up fOr sound IL
nance. hear their delegates leading the
demand for IL. was certainly grattful TO
one whose faith In the essential political
sOundness of the people Of that section
has been a part of his political being.
There was no longer any fear 20 mention
OF to advocate the gold standard, not
az some new, strange thing. it Ia true,
but as a recognition OF conditions al.
ways really existent in the financial pol
icy of our government
SOUTHERN Leaders ~ FIGHT.
"Too much honor cannot be given to
men like Mr.. Williams, OF Mississippi,
who, in the convention, as on the floor
of the House. has shown himself real
leader; to Senators Daniel, C8Tmack, Till.
man, and many others But the real
honors must be awarded to the people
Of the South, without whose assured CO.
operation and support this suspicious
result would have been impossible When
the great solid South really stands In
doctrine H. in votes by the side OF the
conservative Democratic forces. it il cer-
tain the party is in strong position.
What it means not only politically, but
industrially, cannot now be predicted
IL can only be imagined.
THE courage, prescience, and the lead
erehip shown by Judge Parker in the IN
itiaring of this final victory entitle him
to the confidence and support OF every
American citizen Never in all it's history
has the party entered upon q great cam
paign more euspicious'y than upon the
present one. For candidate to have
said the right word at the right moment,
and 10 have d. ne the right act just at
the right time it was needed, il showed
that we Are entering upon IL campaign
not of expediency. in which there are tC
be dodging and futile explanation, but
upon one in which aggression will be tht
watchword.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

CAROLINE.
Children's Day-To Remove to Ash
land Missionary Address Person.
ais, Etc.

Children's Day-To Remove to Ash
land Missionary Address Person
ais, Etc.
Bowling Green, Va, July 18th, 1901.
Children's Day exercises were held at
the Methodist church Tuesday night -
: O'Clock, and notwithstanding the in
element weather IA large crowd was pres.
ent the children acquitted themselves
with credit, and the program was well
rendered.
Mr. Aubrey Garrett has returned from
visit 20 relatives in Washington.
Mrs. E. II. Rowe and children have re
turned to their home In buena Vista,
after spending n month Ia our midst
Miss Ssllie Williams, of Essex ia the
guest Of Dr. X. T. (ilassell and family.
Mrs W. l. Broaddus has returned from
short visit to King and Queen.
The Sunbeam Societies of the Bowling
Green Baptist church and Calvary sold
ice cream on court day: both societies
realized nice sums.
Miss Fannie Munday OF Ease is spend
ing some time with her sister, Mrs Albert
Goudman.
Mr.. John W. Chandler left on Wednes.
day for his home in Tyler, Texas, after
spending few days with hiH parents,
Mr.. ana Mrs. A. b. Chandler John is
one OF our old boys, and he always re-
ceives hearty welcome when he returns
home.
Mrs. r.. b. French has gone 10 New
York 90 PURSUE her studies 10 elucutiOn in
school of elocntiOn in that state.
Mr.. q. Il. Collins Is out again after bav.
ing been confined 90 his room for several
days by sickness.
Miss Grace Coghill, OF your city, Is the
guest Of Mr.. +. Il. Coghill and family.
Miss Annie Collins entertained the +.
\. Club at her home Friday night
Dr. II. l. luarles and family will leave
about the 2Uth for Ashland, where they
will in the future reside. They have
made many friends since being in our
midst, and while we are 10th To give
them up, our best wishes follow them 70
their new home Dr. QIsrles will keep
the pastorute of Calvary.
Mfr. Percy Walker has returned to
Washington, after spend. .ng several dAys
with the family Of Mrs, Frances Glassell.
Rev j. K Garland delivered an address
in Calvary Baptist church Sunday night
In interest Of state missions, which was
largely attended and much enjoyed
Big preparations are teing made Tor
the Confederate reunion and barbecue,
which ia to be held on August 3rd.
Miss Annie Wright returned home on
Monday from a months visit to Crox
ton, this county. \. l. Il.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
fredericksburg College.

We understand that some improve
ments in the College building, that will
add greatly to It's appearance and com
fort. are to be made before the opening
in September,
An additional story will be put on the
front. and other changes made that will
ornament it and make il handsome
building.
Either hot water or steam will be used
to heat the whole building thus lnsuring
comfort everywhere.
In ia the aim OF the present manage
ment 60 make the building and the Col
Iege a credit 90 Fredericksburg, and this
will he done, II we give them our cooper
alton. To make an institution OF this
kind a success. there is needed not only
AN able faculty and iudleiOus manage
ment, but also the good will OF the city.
There is no question "a to the standard
of teaching in the College. the ability OF
its faculty and it's benefit TO our city
Our people are therefore under every
obligation 20 give 1t their help IN every
way,
Two new teachers will be added to the
faculty. Miss Sallie Epes. daughter OF
ex-CongressmAn Epes, OF Nottoway. will
assist Miss Higgins in the Primary De
partment. Miss Epes has made fine
reputation az teacher and discipline
rian. 40 that with two such teachers AZ
Miss Higgins and Misc EPes, this depart
ment will be in better condition than
ever before. CaIisthenics will be added
without extra charge, giving daily eXer-
else in its graceful drill as well as pleas
ant entertainment. This will also add
greatly to the primary exhibitions
already so popular with our people.
Mr.. W. o. Ryburn will take Prof
Hooper's place. He has had several
years experience az teacher. The testi-
mony given at the last school in which
he taught was: "He is the best teacher
we have ever had, and you can not get
him If we can keep him"
Dr. Rosebro and his helpers are deter
mined 60 spare no labor or expense to
constantly improve the College in every
department, and make it a great success.
they have succeeded greatly, but are
aiming at still better work and teaching,
and we believe parents can find no better
school for their children nor a cheaper
one for the advantages offered.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

There is more Catarrh in this section
OF the country than all other diseases
put together, and until the last few
years was supposed to be incurable.
For a great many years doctors pro-
uounced il a local disease and pre-
scribed local remedies, and by con-
stantly failing to cure with local
treatment, pronounced it ipcurable.
Science has proven catarrh to be n
constitutional disease and there
fore requires constitutional treat
ment. Halls Catarrh Cure, man
ufactured by f. J. Cheney &
Co.. Toledo, Ohio, is the only
constitutional cure on the mar
ket. 1t is taken internally ndOses
from 10 drops to teaspoonful. lt
acts directly on the blood and mucous
surfaces OF the system. They offer
one hundred dollars for any case II
fails to cure. Send for circulars and
testimonials.
Address f. J. CHENEY & CO., To
ledO, Ohio.
Sold by Druggists, Toe.
Take Halls Family Pills for consti-
patton.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
a Continual Strain.

Many men and women are constant
Iy subjected to what they common
Iy term "a continual strain" because
Of some financial or family trouble.
II wears and distresses them both
mentally and physically. affecting
their nerves badly and bringing on
liver and kidney ailments, with the
attendants evils of constipation, loss
of appetite, sleeplessness, low vitality
and dependency. They cannot, as
a rule. get rid of this continual
strain" but they can remedy its
health destroying effects by taking
frequent doses of Green's August
Flower. 1t tones up the liver, slim
mates the kidneys, insures healthy
bodily functions, gives vim and
spirit TO ones whole being, and event.
ually dispels the physical or mental
distress caused by that continual
strain Trial bottle of August
Flower, csc; regular size, 7jc. At al
druggists.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
CHOKING cATARRH CURED
Your Money Back II hyemsl Doe'
Not Cure You.

"Use Hyomei and be cured of ca
tarrh,r is what all who have tried it
for that disease say to their friends.
II is the easiest thing in the world
70 stop catarrh at the beginning il
Won use Hyomei. Just breath the
health-giving, balsamic air for a few
minutes and you eatarrh will be
cured. In the worst cases OF this dis
ease, chronic or acute, Hyomei used
four or five times a day is all that is
needed to soon effect cure.
In this city and neighboring towns
there are hundreds who can testify to
the remarkable powers of Hyomei to
cure catarrh. Many of the staunch.
eat friends of this remedy today be
gan its use with little hope that they
would be cured, but as K. N.Goolrich
offered to refund the money If it die
not cure, they decided to try it on
that plan, and were soon restored tt
health. Jd ~
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
CLOSE VOTE ON PRESIDENT.
Some Peculiar Facts in the History
ofthe Elections.

Although President Roosevelt stands
ns the nominee of the thirteenth Repub-
lican National Convention, the New York
Press says, he has no supeTstitions about
that number, which so many persons re-
gard as "hOOdoo," and belongs 90 the
Thirteen Club, of New York city, by way
Of defiance.
The thirteenth Democratic National
Convention nominated General Hancock, ,
who made a gallant run, polling f.4f2,-
035 votes against Gsrfield's 4, Il IS, Dob.
That wRs the closest popular vote ever
cast for two candidates, the difference
being only 7,0lS votes. 1t is said that
the revised count made the figures 4 ,45l,.
4IG for Garfield and 4, ,444 9o2 for Han
cock, a difference OF 9,464, Nineteen
States voted for Garfield and 19for Han
cock.
In iS4S the States were evenly divided
between Zachary Taylor and Lewis Cass,
each receiving the vote Of Il. Thus
twice in the history of the country has
this equal division occurred.
New Yorks vote does not always de-
eide the election of President. q ant did
not need il in 1868 OF 1872 TiIden had
it In 1876 and majority OF the popular
vote, besides-Tilden, 4,2S4, $50; Hayes,
4 .033, ,950-but failed to reach the White
House Garfield could not have been
elected without il In 1880, and Cleveland
would have been defeated without it in
1884 1t elected Harrison in 1883, but
in 1892 cleveland could have gotten
along very well without It, Mckinley
did not need 1t In 1896 or In 1900.
Eighteen Presidents. OF the United
States have had no middle name, includ-
ing Grover Cleveland, who had two
Christian names, Stephen Grover, but
discarded one. Mr.. Cleveland enjoys the
distinction of being the only President
who was reelected after having served a
term and left the White House for four
Vaara
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
BRYAN NOT "IMPUDENT."
Gov Montague Denies Interview
Credited TO Him in ST. Louis.

Gov. Montague has denied on inter
view attributed TO him during the st.
Louis convention. in which he is said TO
have described the position CT W. j.
Bryan as ''impudent" The governor
says he was not conscious of giving any
interview, and his only statement about
Bryan was that his attitude was pro-
motive OF discord rather than Of har.
mony. :.
81 said nothing about Mr Bryan's bolt
ing. save interrogAtiYely." said the gov
ernor. Seeing him as | saw him in the
convention came away with the dig
tinct conviction that he was most ex-
traordnary man, and my personal re-
spect for him WAS enhanced rather than
diminished
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
oyster company's Plant Burned. .

AtWest Point Tuesday night the plant
Of the West Point Oyster Company
owned by United States Marshal Treat
was burned to the ground. There IL
every reason to believe the fire was
caused by lightning entering by means oil
a telephone. The loss on building was
S3 600: no insurance. The West Point
Oyster Company was insured for 81 ,2OOi
loss about y, 900.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
EnrOxer Sixty Years.

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup
has been used for over sixty years 10y
millions of mothers for their children
while teething, with perfect success.
1t soothes the child, softens the gums,
allays all pains, cures wind collie, and
is the best remedy for Diarrhoea
1t will relieve the poor little sufferer
Sold by Druggists in
every part OF the world. Twenty
five cents a bottle. Be sure and ask
for MRS. WinslOw's Soothing
syrup.n and take no other.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
Excursion Tickets to Worlds Fair.

Excursion rates on account of
Worlds Fair, st. Louis, Mo-, via z
r. r., b & o. or G. u ..
Season tickets on sale daily, com
mencing April 25th; final limit De-
cember Is, 1904, $500.
Sixty day excursion tickets on sale
daily, commencing April 25th, limit
sixty days, including date OF issue;
final limit not 70 exceed December 10,
1904, $500.
Fifteen-day excursion tickets on
eaIo daily, commencing April Goth,
limit fifteen days, including date OF
On certain specified dates. to be an
nounced later, special coach e1cur,,
sion tickets will be sold at rate oi
s17.00; limit ten days, Including date
9 Of issue. and good only in coaches on
specified trains. These tickets viii
not be good In sleeping, parloror DIN
ing cars. @. @. Cox, Agent.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
hnv one WHO has dyspepsia, indi-

ANY one who has dyspepsia, indi-
pestion. headache, dizziness, or specks
before the eyes, or any form OF liver
and stomach troubles, should take
advantage of this chance to be cured
without risking penny.
X. N.Goolrick gives positive guar.
antee with every box, showing most
concIusively his faith in this remark
able remedy. JS.l5
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
GUARANTEE.

| hereby agree TO orefund the money
maid for Mi-o-na on return OF the
empty box, if the purchaser tells me
mat it has failed to cure dyspepsia OF
stomach troubles. This guarantee
covers two SOC boxes, or months
treatment.
lSipnedD K. N, Goolrick.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

One first class fare plus twenty-five
cents to Charlottesville, Va, and re-
turn. from points in State of Virginia;
tickets on sale June 25th, Goth, 27th,
9Sth. July 2, 3, II and ~, final limit
August 10th, account Virginia sum
mer School of Methods.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

It's the man who is always sneering
at n woman's notions about business
that goes and drops his last cent in the
stock market
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

Many a woman who poses as Chris
tian lies awake nights trying TO cODcoct
a scheme to get her neighbours hired girl
away from her.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

II IA girl thinks as much OF a young
man az she does OF herself she Is afflicted
with disease called love.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
TIE GUARANTEE PROTECTS
YOU,
a M;.o.na Does not Cure pysPepsIs,
4. N. GooIrick viii Return Your


When you buy box of Mi-o-na'
natnre7E cure for dyspepsia, have him
sign the following guarantee. Ihls
protects you absolutely against lOss'
should the treatment fail TO cure you.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

Many q man starves his family IN
order 60 keep up the premiums on his
life insurance.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

Mrs. Kate Taylor. . graduated
nurse Of prominence, gives her ex-
perience with PeruHs In an open
letter. Her position In society and
professional standing combine TO
give special prominence 10 her uf-
feranceS.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

~HiCAGO, ILL, At Monroe St.
~ "As far as / have observed Peruns
is the finest tonic any man OF woman
can use who IA weak from the after
effects Of any serious illness.
al have seen 1t used in number OF
convalescent cases, and have seen s,H'
eral other tonics used, but found til at
those who used Peruna had the quickest
relief.
Peruna seems TO restore vitality,
Increase bodily vigor and renew health
and strength In wonderfully shon
time. "---MRS. KATE TAYLOR
In view Of the great multitude OF
women suffering from some form OF fe-
male disease and yet unable 20 find any
cure, DR.. Hartman, the renowned sPe'
cialist on female catarrhal diseases, has
announced his willingness 20 direct the
treatment of as many cases "a make
application 20 him during the summer
months, without charge. Address The
Peruna Medicine Co., Columbus Ohio.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16

It takes q great deal Of argument to
convince yourself you are a fool 20 argue.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1904-07-16
E: K. WHEELER
.aNERRL DIRECTOR Gla EAbALKER

IN SPITE Of the poor wheat crops the
L DeeTing Binders and Mowers have
broken all records this season. Or sales
on these machines have been remarkable.
considering crop conditions, and not one
breath OF complaint has been heard. They
are the best that money ard brains can
build. Everybody in touch with FTeder-
icksburg knows the history Of the Husker
and Shredder business last fall. The Deer
ing won the highest praise where others
failed. Deering Corn Harvesters gave
satisfaction last year, they are better now.
When you come to town call and see us
and let us talk Corn HarYesters and Husk-
ers and Shredders. Thanking the farmers
for their strong support, we are,
Yours truly,
CHAS. WALLACE & BRO.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-01-07
Folding Beds.

All purchasers of folding beds do not
buy them solely for the sake of saving
room. According to a manufacturer,
some people with ample house room at
command buy them, for one reason, so
that the rooms in which they are placed
can be put to other uses than as bed
rooms.
This manufacturer mentioned one
New York family in whose house are
eleven fine folding beds. Any room in
the house designed for and equipped as
a sleeping room could easily be trans
formed from a bedroom to one that had
no appearance of a sleeping apartment
whatever.
There are produced nowadays folding
beds of one kind and another that are
sold at low prices. but the most costly
of the finer folding beds may easily be
pretty dear affairs.
The manufacturer told of one elab~
orately designed and finished folding
bed that. cost $1,000, the cost of the
carving alone having been $300.-New
York Sun.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1904-01-07
Our Unit of Value.

The real. actual unit Of value in the
United States is the silver quarter.
The dime is out of place. In the bar
you get two drinks for a quarter; you
buy two cigars for a quarter. One CT
gar for 10 cents seems plebeian, so you
take two for a quarter. In the restau-
rant you are ashamed to give the wait
er a 10 cent tip and cannot afford to
give him a quarter. but moral coward
ice drives you to let him have the
quarter. The quarter is the most beau
tiful silver coin in the world. 1t is of
the most convenient size. Mix up a
lot of dimes, nickels and copper cents
in your pocket, and your sense Of touch
balks at distinguishing between them.
You must haul out handful of 'chick-
en- feed" for visual Identification. A
quarter you can tell from anything by
the "feel."-New York Press.