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The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
BRYAN THE CHOICE
Of STUDENT BODY.
His Forces Win in Selection Of
Officers III National Demo-
cratic Convention"
PREDICTS SUCCESS OF PARTY
Chairman Kcnncy Takes Optim-
istic View OF Outltok-Mect-
ing at Washington and Lee.

tsp-c'al 10 The Times Dispatch. /


LEXINGTON, VA. May o.-The Dem
Scratic National Convention convened
In the gymnasium Of Washington and
Lee University last night for the pur-
pose OF nominating candidate for
President of the United States. The
delegates to tho convention were COM
posed of students or the university,
each State being entitled to AZ many
votes AS double the number OF Sena-
tors and Representatives In the Com
gress OF the United states, and each
Territory--Ala ska, Hawaii Porto Rico,
the Philippines and the District Of Co.
Misunderstanding six votes.
The convention was wildly enthu-
sinstic. and for two hours. while the
Initial business WAS being transacted,
the various state delegations gave
their State yeils. The test Of strength
as to the popularity of William Jcn-
nings Bryan and Governor Johnson
was made In the selection OF tempo
rary chairman and the Nebraskan won
out. . TO /.
The convention was called to order
by W. Neal Grubb. chairman OF the
democratic National Committee. and
w. NJ Johnson. the secretary read the
official call. The following temporary
officers were elected amidst great en-
thusiasm:.
Raymond Kenney. chairman; J. r.
Caskie. secretary: II. S. Caldwell. o. C..
jackson, John lizard r. p. Bledsoe and
j.. c. witten, assistant secretaries; c
5. Glasgow, sergcant-at-arms. Mr..
kenney. after being escorted to the
platform, delivered an eloquent and
patriotic address, In which he thanked
the members OF the convention for the
high honor conferred upon him, He
then outlined the principles for which
the Democratic party stands. and OK
pressed the belief that at the approach
Ing election Democracy would be VIC
torious.
At late hour the convention ad-
Journed to meet Wednesday, at which
time the order OF business will be the
nomination OF candidate for Presi-
dent.
The following committees were APP
pointed: Credentials, w. NJ. Johnson,
chairman; permanent organization Nv.
Neal Grubb. chairman: rules OF order.
John lizard, chairman.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
HEARING OF sEAnoARD CLAIMS
Is ADJOURNED TO RlCHM0NL
[speelal d rhe rlmes- plspateh.

NORFOLK, VA. May 5.--ln the Sea.
board Air Line receivership case Spe-
cial Master Robert NJ. Hughes has ad-
journed the first hearing on contested
claims against the road to June 4th. at
Richmond This hearing was to have
opened to-day. but as the time limit
for the fling of claims did not close
until May LIST. and time is necessary
for the auditor of the Scaboard TO
check over these matters and report
where there are matters In. dispute;
the hearing went over. The uncon-
tested claims will be reported on fa-
vorably by the master without hear
ing. Following the hearing on Vtr-
GINA claims at Richmond in June. spe-
.cial Master Hughes will hold sessions
at Raleigh, Columbia, Atlanta and
birmingham.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
STUART SPEAKS At HOME.
Received With Warmth and Entlu.l
nsm LS Ikuhncll Dcmocrata

Special TO The Times pispatch.l
LEBANON, VA, May "a mass
meeting of the Democrats of Russell
county was held at Lebanon to-day.
when delegates to the Roanoke con-
gention we're elected. No resolutions
We're offered and no instructions were
given.
The meeting was addressed by the
Hon. II. C. Stuart. candidate for Gov
were discussed. but the speech was re-
Ceived with warmth and enthu-
siasm that showed Mr.. Stuart to be
the unanimous choice of his party IN
his home county.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
EDUCATION OF DEL1NauENrs.
Mornny williams and others Make Adj
drcsses mt Hampton Meeting.

Especial 10 The Times ispatch.l
HAMPTON. VA. May "a Prelim-
mary and informal meeting of the
National Conference on the Education
of Backward, Truant and Delinquent
Children washeld yes terday at the Hamp-
ton Normal and Industrial Institute.
Mornay Williams, president Of the
board of managers of the Children's
Village, Dobbs Ferry, n. c.. presided.
Among the speakers were: DR.. II, B.
Frissell. II. +. Nibecker, superinten-
dent OF the House of Refuge. Glenn
Mills. N. y; f. P. Wentworth. superin-
tendent of the Industrial School of
Maine; Charles D. Hilles superinten-
dent of the Childrcn's Village, Dobbs
Ferry.
The members spent the greater part
of the day inspecting the trade de-
partments of the Normal School. The
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
.UNVE|L SHAT I TO
HONOR THEIR DEAD
Exercises Mark Dedication of
Monument on Anniversary OF
Battle of Williamsburg.
Especial to The Times Dispatch. ]
WILLIAMSBURG, VA, May 5.-The

WILLIAMSBURG, VA, May 5.-The
exercises attending the nnveiling to-
day of the Confederate monument
erected by the Williamsburg Chapter.
Daughters of the Confcderacy. were
most interesting. and were attended by
a large crowd of people, notwithstand-
ing the inclemency of the weather
The monument was erected in De-
cember, but the unwilling was deferred
until this, the anniversary of the battle
of Williamsburg.
a large number of visitors from a
distance and nearly all the old vet
Grams from James City and York coun-
ties were present to witness the un-
yelling of the shaft, erected to the
memory of their fallen comrades.
The old cannon from the college
campus, Familiarity known TO the stu
dents as "Old Spotswood," was brought
down, and frequent roars from It's
time worn muzzle helped to enliven
| the occasion. Music was rendered by
the Williamsburg band
The Exercises.
The exercises were opened at II A.
M. with a PRAYER from the Rev. Fl. L.
Iouthan. who invoked divine mercy
and blessings on the remaining vet
Grams and rendered thanks for the
patriotic followers of the Confederacy
who gave up their lives in 1851 and
1855.
Mayor L. w. Warburton next en-
tended a most cordial welcome to the
visitors in behalf of the Daughters
of the Confederacy and the citizens OF
Williamsburg.
A most inspiring scene was now Gre
ated by the children of the Williams
burg schools singing Dixie and LOUD
and enthusiastic were the cheers which
greeted it.
conquered Banner was next re-
cited by Miss Emily Hall. and met
with an enthusiastic reception at the
hands OF the veterans.
But 1t was not until Colonel William
Lamb. of Norfolk, took the stand that
the enthusiasm of the ay-haired vet
Grams gave full vent to itself. Cheer
after cheer went up time and again as
the speaker alluded eloquently to the
trials undergone and the many brave
acts OF service rendered to their coun-
try by the soldiers from this section.
Colonel Lambs speech was long and
ELOQUENT and was listened to with the
closest attention. In presenting the
monument, he paid an eloquent tribute
to the efforts of the Daughters of the
lConfederacy in erecting 1t,
Scene ut Unwilling.
AT the close of Colonel Lambs speech
the veil was drawn from the shaft by
| Miss Tritty Cowles and Master Henry
Moncure both children of well-known
| Confederate soldiers. The scene was
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
Confcttrrntc Memorial Day.

- I SptC1HI 10 7 TIE 7 IflIes- I1ISFHtCH, -l1-
CHARLOTTE c. H., VA, May g.
Southern crosses of honor will be con-
ferred on members of the camp by II.
A. Darlington Chapter, United Daugh-
ters Of the Confederacy, at Charlotte
Courthouse, Va. on Saturday, May o3,
1908. In addition to the comforting
of crosses, there will be addresses by
Senator John w. Daniel and Hon. II.
S. 6. Tucker, brass band and Con-
federate war songs by Confederate
choir and basket picnic,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
WARD KILLED ny LONG.
Shooting Declared to Have Been Done
In Sclf-Dc fcnsc.
Lspecial 10 The mines. pIspntch.l

Especial to The Times Dispntch.]
NORFOLK, VA, May 5.-Roy How
ard who raised disturbance and at
tackled Leng Long, saloonkeeper at
the corner of Chestnut and Griffin
Streets, Portsmouth, was shot and al
most Instantly killed by the latter at
an early hour this morning. Long Inn
Immediately surrendered, claiming that
the shooting was in self-defense.
1t Is declared that Howard went to
the saloon and threatened repeatedly
to kill Long. and the latter left his
place Of business In order to avoid any
trouble, He was finally attacked by
Howard, when the shooting occurred
The police declare that Howard was q
disorderly and dangerous man whel,
drinking.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
THE BANK OF MIDDLETON
ORGANIZED FOR BUSINESS
tspecia, TO The Tlmes-Dispatcb

WINCHESTER, VA, May 5.-An-
nouncement was made this evening OF
the organization of State bank at
Nliddletown, this county, to be known
as the state Bank Of Middletown. It's
capital stock of $4,000 has been over
ly a prominent fnancier of Colorado.
who owns a big estate in Frederick
county. vas elected president ". a..
Cofman is cashier.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
Effective StimuIant.

In a recent letter A. ]. Park, a. NJ, 81.
D.. OF $50 r. 5oth ST.. Chicago. H., wrote:
81 am too busy to write my opinion cx-
perience and results OF the mnlstration OF
Dufy's Pure Malt Whiskey to weak fee
bic and debilitated patients. but viii
repeat emphatically and pointcdly my con-
lence Of your Malt whiskey It is a frst-
class and most effective stinulant. and
meets every indication where stmulant
Is needed.
II viii always greet Mr.. Duffy with a
smile and a cordial reception from a CRATE
full recognition OF his transcendent merits -
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
New Pythian Lodge Institutcd.
t,, 1rt,,,ao- ~ 4.

IYNCHBURG, VA, May 5.--The T.
l.. Courtney Lodge No les, knights
OF Pythias, recently organizcd was
formally instituted last night by Rev
John Halloween Dickinson, grand chan
cellor commander, a degree team OF
fifteen members from Roanoke assist
ed. w. NJ Oakley Is chancellor COM
rrandcr of tho new lodge, which starts
off with about eighty members,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06

Gentle anointings with Cutioura, the
great Skin Cure, preceded by warm
baths with Cutiolra Soap, followed in
the severer forms, with mild doses Of
relief, permit rest and sleep, and point
to speedy cure Of torturing, dsfigur-
ing, itching, burning, and scaly hulnors,
eczemas, rashes, and inf1ammations,
from infancy to age.
Cutleura Soap (26c) to Cleanse the Skin, cut,.
cura 0ntmsut (5hcl to l1en! the skin, and Cuti-
era esonyess y a ths form, q Chocolate
Sold thIo,lchollt the world Potter Drug 4 Chem
ar-Mailed Free. Cutlcula BOOK on Slain 1Issa4es
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
wnyne.horo to Have Nc,v. church.

Especial to The Times Dispatch.l
WAYNESBORO. VA, May 5.--At a
congregational meeting at the PresbS-
terrain Church last sunday morning it
was decided to build new church on
the lot occupied by the parsonage. the
new house to cost $4,000. Three
fourths of the amount has been pledged
and work will be commenced soon.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
s. p. 6. A. liz Rcorsnnlzed,

LYNcHBURG. VA. May 5.-The lo-
cal Society for the Prevention or
Cruelty to Animals reorganized last
night and will make an effort TO car
ry on the work on larger scale than
heretofore. The now ott1cers are;
President p. A. I<rse; Dr. w. b.
kThornhill, lce-president, and Herber.
T. Miley, secretary.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
WILL NOT ADMIT MILK
NRONI HAMPTON INSTITUTE

SnocnI 10 The TlmeA- Dlspntch,J w
NORFOLlS, VA, May 5,--Following
IA report from Inspector Geo. w. Tay-
Tor us to the unsanitary condition OF
tho premises and meteorological re-
Board of Control to-day barred from
the city al milk from tho Hampton
Normal Institute. Tho report declares
tho nlnce to be y tubercular incu-
batOr, 4 A
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
CHARLOTTESVILLE NEW MAYOR
Mr.. Hnden Is Nominated Over the In
cumbcnt-CouncIl Change.
Especial 10 The Times Dispatch. |
I oil Gu',T, L. NII 1 L. VA AZ a.

CHARLOTTE SVILLE, VA. May g.
In the Democratic primary held to-day
J.. G. Hader was nominated for Esyor
over George w. Olivier. the incumbent
his ma jority being 81 out of total
vote of over 500. Haden carried three
out OF the four wards-the First by So,
the Second by ;. and the Third by l.
Olivier had 5 majority In his own ward
the Fourth.
The Council remains the same. ex-
cept tina, in the Third Ward Edward
BALI was nominated to succeed Hugh
L. Hawkins, and in the Fourth John s.
Patton. to succeed Colonel Henry NJ.
lewis.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
spotsylyanin Democrats.

Especial to The Times Dispatch.]
SPOTSYLVANIA C. H., VA. May s.
"A call has been issued to the Demo-
Gratis of Spotsylvania county to as
semble In nass-meeting at the court
house on June LIST next to elect dele
gates to the State convention.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06

wish keep young strong vigorous and have on vou
cheeks the glow OF perfect health take Dus Pure Malt Whisky
according to directions tones and strengthens the
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leading medicine everywhere.
DuHys
MATT Whky
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*1oo
Co.. NJ "
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
ROANOKE CONDUCTOR DIES
FROM lIFFECrS OF INJURIES
Especial 10 The Times-pispatch.l

ROANOKE, VA, May 5.-Conductor
George ". Adkins died to-day, aged
thirty-nine Years lie was in a wreck
near Blneheld, w. Va. four months ago,
and 1t is believed that his death was
caused by injuries received at that time.
He was unmarried. He is survived by
his mother and eight brothers and
sisters.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
A Remarkable Medicine.

Recently F. D. McQuoeny. NJ. D.. of e2A
southbridge ST.. Worcester. Mass. wrotet
%. am pleased to add my endorsement
to those OF many other local physiciant
whose experience in the use of your product
has led them to recommend II az being
obtained very pleasing results in caset
where Duny's Pure Malt whskey has beeE
used, and gladly n.-nton the fact. trust.
Ing your preparation will become gencrt
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cine and not as a beverage"
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
NORFOLK TO open
Y. NJ CA. CAMPAIGN.
Mr.. Ward, Who Successfully Led
the Richmond Movement,
to Be in Charge.
INTEREST IN GREAT REVIVAL
Large Attendance Upon the Ser
vices, and Some 1000 Convcr-
sions-Mr. Sread Resigns.
fspec,al 10 The Tlmes- Dispatch. ]

fSpecial to The inleB-Dlsp5tCn.J
NORFOLK. VA. May 5.--Led by G.
S. Ward, an expert Of Chicago, the
campaign in Norfolk for raising of
$4,000, with which to erect new
y. M. c. a.. will be inaugurated to-
morrow night at banquet, to be held
at the Monticello Hotel.
The guests OF tie evening will be
Evangelist j. Wilbur Chapman. y
number of prominent business men are
behind the movement. Those at the
head OF the movement are w. b. Roper
w. w. Moss, c. L. Fine. L. w. Davis.
w. II. Taylor, r. e. Steed, II. N.
Castle, j. W. Hough. 3. l.. Buggs and
S. r. Dickinson, Jr.
1t is proposed to raise the money
needed within thirty days.
Grent Interest In Revival.
Overlooking audiences continue to
greet the evangelists now conducting
an evangelical campaign in Norfolk.
and tonight the Epworth Church had
to be thrown open to accommodate the
hundred who could not gain admission
to the Armory Hall All of the other
churches are crowded at each meet
ing
1t is estimated that between 1900
an 1000 people have protested con-
version In the various meetings and
expressed desire for membership In
the churches of their choice. Tonight
the interest far exceeded anything yet
SEEN
Nightly policemen and flremen are
stationed at Armory Hall. and the mo-
ment the capacity Of the building Is
= oil ND a
people turned away. Long before the
speakers and singers arrive all avail
able space Is occupied.
REV. Mr. Sncad to Rest.
Effective at once, Rev. Edwin B.
Snead, rector of Emmanuel Protestant
Episcopal Church. has rendered his
act on next Sunday morning. follow
Ing communion. Mr.. Snead retires
from the rectorship owing to i'll health,
his physicians advising him to seek
rest and quiet. He has been with the
church three years. and leaves it free
OF debt.
Big African Founder.
An African founder nearly six fee,
long. and weighing 800 pounds, was
| on exhibition to-day in Norfolk. hav.
ing been caught In seine off Vir-
ginia Beach. 1t is mammoth fish
looking very much like an ordinary
founder. and. it Is believed was either
injured or killed before getting into
the net. Fishermen declare that alive
the monster would have literally cut
1 the seine into shreds. 1t differs from
founder only in having long ant
| fan-like tail.
| In the inner harbor this morning
| the tug Anna. of the Marshall Towing
| Company. and the threemasted schoon
err T.. a. Plummer. which was in TOW
| of the tug Reliance. Of the Clark Line
| We're in collision. the Anna losing
| her smokestack. The schooner was no.
injured No statement has been made
| as to the cause of the collision.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
Wholesome Tonic Stimulant.

c. 3. Sheridan. N. D., oswego. ~ T..
recently wrote: IT take pleasure In recon :
mendins Dnfy's Pure Malt Whiskey to the
m edicaI profession. as 1t fills a iony. folt
want In the treating OF our patients
There is demand FOR pure and
wholesome " tonic stimulant. Such we have
Pure Malt Whiskey for years. and always
round It uniform wei. as satisfactory
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
Prescribes Il.

K. NJ reigan, Phi. D.. NJ. D.. Of 1f2t
etth Ave-. N. Minneapolis. Mimi, wrote
in recent letter: During the last ninet
teen years I have frequently. when alcot
hoiic stimpants have been Indicated. pre-.
seribed Dunys Pure Malt Whiskey for mi
pouents because it agrees with them bet1
ter than any other. without any solicita4-
tives, permit me to say that cons,dnj
Dnfy's Pnro Malt Whiskey the purest and
very best aynthotlc urnduct Nh the m rlcct y
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
The Worlds Best Spring 4
Tonic and Stinnulant

Doctors of All Schools Agree That the Best Tonic nuan
Build Up the System, Run Down and Enfeebled by s
the Long Strain Of Winter, and to Drive
Out Spring Fever and Malaria is
Duffys Pure Malt Whiskey.
We the liberty of publishing few Of the thousands letters
received from leading doctors throughout America extong the
lmcrt q Sprinp tonic dinvipo
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-05-06
Scene at UnycllinE.

AT the close of Colonel Lambs speech
tho veil was drawn from the shaft by
Miss Tritty Cowles and Master Henry
Moncure. both children of well-known
Confederate soldiers. The scene was
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1908-03-20
Primary Enrolment

The new primary law requires that a
Primary Election be held IN every vut.
ing precinct IN the state Of Michigan on
the first Tuesday IN September tor the
nomination by EACH political party of
Candidates for Governor, Lieutenant
Governor and United States Senator, IN
case a United States Senator is to be-
elected at the next session of the Legis
lature.
1t also provides that the boards OF
registration OF every township in Mich
igan shall sit as a Board of Eur, | aent
on the Saturday preceding the ensuing
April election; therefore,
NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN That
the Enrolment Board of the township
of Paw Paw, county of Van Buren,, sta te
of Michigan, will be in session at the
TOWNSHIP CLERKS OFFICE in
the store of c. w. TYLER & Co, on
Main street, on SATURDAY, APRIL 4.
1908, for the purpose of enrolling the
names of all legal voters, members of
whatever political party who may make
proper application for such enrolment.
HOW APPLETON MUST BE MADE.
There are two ways in which proper
application for enrolment can be made
FIRsT-A written application can be
made and signed by the voter desiring
enrolment, in his own hand writing, anG
presented In person TO any member of
the Board of Enrolment, composed of
the Supervisor, Township Clerk and
Township Treasurer, on auy day before
the day of enrolment. Blanks for this
purpose can be had from any of the Of
ficers above named.
SECoND-On the day of Enrolment
application must be made in person. 1t
shall not be necessary for electors who
were enrolled under Act No l8l, Pub.
lie Acts of 1905, to again enroll under
the provisions of this act, if they reside
In the same voting precinct.
Any person duly enrolled who has
changed his residence to another voting
precinct may be enrolled in the new
precinct and vote therein, provided he
has resided IN the new precinct twenty
days and obtained from a member of
the Enrolment Board where he form
ally resided certificate stating that
he was duly enrolled in such district
and is entitled to enrolment in the new
district.
Dated this 18th day of Marc b, A. d.
1908.
HARVEY COOLEY,
Clerk of said Township.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1908-03-20
cut FB H gA 9HXTl IT
says Many Persons Here Dan pe
M ide Happy again by Using
This Home Made Mixture.

| Luo happy again by using
This Home Made Mixture.
There is so much fneumats M here IL
our neighborhood nov that the follow
ing advice 10y an eminent authority who
| writes for readers OF a large Eastern
daily paper will bs highly appreciated
by those who suffer:
Get from any prescription pharmacy
Fluid extract dandelion one. hall
ounce compound Kargon one ounce; com
pound syrup sarsaparilla three ounces.
Mix by shaking in bottle and take in
teaspoonful doses after each meal and at
bedtime. Also drink plenty of water.
1t is claimed that there are few vic
tins of this dread and tortuous disease
who will fail to find ready relief 10 this
simple home made mixture, and 10 most
cases permanent cure is the result.
This simple recipe is said to strengthen
and cleanse the eiminative tissues of the
kidneys so that they can filter and strain
from the blood and system the poisons.
acids aud waste matter, which cause not
only rheumatism, but numerous other
diseases. Every man or woman here
who feels that their kidneys are not
healthy and active, or who suffers from
any urinary trouble whatever, should
not hesitate to make up this mixture as
it is certain to do much good and save
you from much misery and suffering af-
ter while.
Our home druggists say they will
either supply the Ingredients or mix the
prescription ready to take if our readers
ask them.