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The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
Koiner's majority.

The closest shave on the ticket was
between Koiner and Brown for Com
missioner of Agriculture, but the for
mer had majority of /, 1873.
The work of the committee was ac-
compllshed with much expedition, four
experts having been employed to oper-
ate modern adding machines.
When the committee was called to
order Capt. W. NJ. McAllister. of Bath
moved that committee of ten. com
posed of the chairmen of the several
congressional districts. be appointed to
open and compile the returns. A substi-
tute for this method was offered bv
Col. +. ID. Cole, of Fredericksburg. and
adopted, requesting the State chairman
TO open and announce the returns
through his secretary, J. N. Brenaman.
Upon the adoption of the substitute
offered by Col. L. ID. Cole. the com
mittee at once went to work under this
plan. Chairman Ellyson opened the en-
velopes from the chairmen of the vari-
Gus county and city committees, and
handed them over TO Secretary Brena-
man. who read them to the expert ad-
ders working the machines. Besides
members of the committee, there wei g
many party leaders from various sec
tons OF the State, who listened to the
reading of the returns.
Preceding the meeting Of the com
mittee, an important conference was
held at the residence of Chairman Ely
son, which was attended by most Of the
successful Democratic nominees who
were in the city, as well as members Of
the committee who had arrived in the
I forenoon.
The object was TO map out plans
for the campaign.
Only one contest was filed before
the committe. and that was for seat
IN the House Of Delegates Ii was re-
ferred 20 a committee which reported
that Ralph Grigsby, Of Clarke county
had received the nomination by ma.
Jority Of seven votes.
Among the prominent men not mem.
bers of the committee in attendance
were: Senator Daniel. Judge Mann
Congressman Maynard. Lamb, Carlin
| Flood, Senator Keezell.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
SPOTSYLVANIA
A Great Meeting at Goshen Ordina.
tiOn at Mine Ran Other Notes.

SPotsylvania county. Va. Aug. 81, 'O9.
The series Of meetings at Goshen
church conducted by Rev. Decatur
Edwards and Rev. W. Lechliter of
wilkins Avenue Baptist church Of Rail
timore, closed last Friday. The atten-
dance was large during the entire week
and Il seemed as though the meeting
could have been conducted another
week, but Mr.. Lechliter could not STAY
and preach longer. IL is not often we
have an opportunity 10 hear such a
gifted speaker. Mr.. l.. seems to be
Gypsy Smith, and DR.. Wharton com
Olned m one. There were many mem
Oers OF other churches in attendance.
the Methodist included. and they aided
IN the services considerably as they
furnished some excellent singers The
singing led by Mr.. Lechliter was the
tnest ever heard in Goshen church
Friday morning there was a scene that
VIII not soon be forgotten. When
Mr. Lechllter was about TO COM
nence his sermon well-known
Methodist suggested that they hold a
snort experience meeting and gave his
reason therefor. The idea was en-
dorsed by the pastor. Quite a number
spoke and the whole church seemed TO
oe on hire, so TO speak. Ii would be diff
hSuit 70 describe the scene that follow
ed. Women sobbed audibly and tears
ran down the faces of strong men.
Mr. Lechliter has won the affections of
the members Of Goshen church. and
those OF other churches who attended
the meetings, as well as those who do
not belong TO any church.
Kew. George Waite was ordained a
minister of the gospel last Sunday at
Mine Road church. A tremendous
crowd was there TO witness the cere-
monies connected with the event. Mr..
waite IS sai5 TO be a very fine speaker.
Inc lghtl.lng was severe during the
storm Saturday in the vicinity of the
store of Mr.. Will Levy. near Todd's
Tavern. Three trees were splintered.
and people frightened very much.
The young men of Curlew have a
baseball nine, and have played several
games with the nine at Brock Road
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02

Mr.. Nj. Tyler has returned from Ar
extended visit to Ridley Park. near
Philadelphia. Pa
Mr.. N. ID. Pritchard has returned
from North Carolina and will play with
fredericksburg the balance Of the sea
son.
Mr.. a. 3. Stanley. guard from the
Laurel reform school. came here Tnes.
day and took George f. Hicks 20 the
school.
Miss Florence b. Rawlings. who
graduated in June at Farmville. left
tuesday TO accept position as teacher
at Covington.
Eliza Quesenberry and Mary Grant.
eolored, both OF Washington, secured a
marriage license from Clerk A. b. Yates
tuesday. and were married at the res
idence Of F. ID. BOwes at 8 p. m.
Supervisor Geo. Lyon. Of Woodford's 5.
caroline county, was in the city Tues
day.
Mr.. S. b. Banks has returned from
an extended visit TO friends and rela-
tves in New York State.
Mr.. w. T. Allen. Of Washington.
and Mr.. Nj. NJ. Gilt, of Ambar have
returned from pleasant visit at Mr.
7. A. Allen, of Westmoreland
Miss Bessie Allen, of Washington.
after spending ten days on her vacation
at Atlantic City and Penn Groves, N.
J., Is now visiting her sisters in King
George.
Col. +. ID. Cole and Mrs. Cole went
To Richmond Tuesday evening. where
Col c. attended that night the meet
ing of State Democratic Committee. Of
which he is a member from First dis
triet- They returned home Wednesday
afternoon.
Mr.. Lee J. Graves has returned from
a business trip 10 Belmont.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
NO CANDIDATE NAMED
Republicans Made no Nomination For
House Of Delegates at SpOtsylvania
Tuesday.

Nine delegates. five from Freder-
icksburg and four from Spotsylvania
county, were present at the Republican
Convention held at Spotsylvania {. H..
Tuesday, To consider the matter of
nominating a candidate for House of
Delegates from Spotsylvania county
and the city of fredericksburg.
At the request of County Chairman
r. c. Blaydes. Mr.. Henry Warden
presided and J. p. II. Crismond was
secretary
Mr.. Crismond moved that the con
vention proceed TO nominate a candi-
date for the Legislature.
{. II. Wissner objected and moved
that the question Of making a nomi-
nation be postponed.
This motion was opposed by {. ID.
Foster. Mr.. CrismOnd stated that he
favored the nomination Of candidate
but was willing to abide by the wishes
Of the majority.
The motion was then put and -four
delegates voted for the nomination OF
candidate and five for postponing the
matter.
The convention then adjourned on
motion of Mr.. Wissner. subject to call
of the chairman.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
Headquarters For
Building Materials.

keep all kinds of North Carolina
and Virginia Lumber. dressed and un-
dressed, Shingles, Laths, Sash, Doors,
and Blinds, Lime, Cement, Calcine
Plaster, Plastering Hair, Building and
Paving Brick, Tin and Iron Roofing,
Cut and Wire Nails, all kinds Ready
Mixed Paints and Dry Paint, Linseed
Oil, Turpentine, Dryer Varnish and
Lewis's White Lead, Paint Brushes of
all kinds, Window Glass and Putty,
Builders Hardware of all kinds. Tar
Roofing, Sheathing Paper and fine
Brick.
Keep large stock Of Sewer Pipe and
Fire Clay Pipe. +. ID. Cole.
Agent for sale Of bricks Of Fred
ericksburg Brick Company.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
GRAUSTARK ENJOYED
Presented by Good Company To Large
Audience

The romantic play, Graustark. in five
acts. was presented TO packed house
Monday night at the opera house. The
company was one of the best ever seen
here and the performance was excellent.
all parts being well taken. The scenery
was very pretty and changed with
every act.
The only thing to mar the enjoyment
OF those who went for an evening
of pleasure was the great disorder In
the opera house during the progress OF
the play and between acts. Unless
good order is maintained the manage.
ment will find the patronage of the
plays will fall Off. Smoking in the en-.
trance during and between the act.
should be prohibited.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
CORRECT SPELLING
OF SP0TSYLVAKA
MIR. w ID. Richardson Succeeds in
Having the Government Spell I, With
One T.

IL will be recalled that some time
ago reference was made i'm this paper
10 the fact that Mr.. VIM. ID. Richard
son, formerly Of Spotsylvania county.
now of Richmond, had taken up with
the Postoffice Department of the u. S.
government the question of the proper
spelling of Spotsylvania z. o., the
county seat of SpOtsylvania county.
The government has been persistent in
spelling the name witt two It's. Mr..
Richardson insists that the proper SPELL
ing is with one 1
In recent letter received by Mr..
Richardson from the office of the post
master general, at Washington, he is
informed that the correction in the
name of Spotsylvania county will ap-
pear in the Annual Guide of July, 1903,
which will be issued at an early date,
and immediate action will be taken TO
look into the change in the spelling OF
the name of the postoifice.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
WESTMoRELAND CONFEDERATE
VETERANS

Tuesday, Sept. 2Sth, has been selected
as the day for the annual reunion of
Westmoreland Camp Of Confederate
Veterans at Montross.
Hon. T. S. Garrett and Congressman
W. A. Jones and others will make
addresses. The following ladies' form
the committee on arrangements: Mrs. II.
II. Homer. Mrs. DIR. Tayloe. Mrs Ruth
johnson, Mrs. Bush Wilkins, Mrs.
Shipley, Mrs. James Parker, Miss
Maggie jenkins, Mrs. J. Nj. HUT,
Mrs. y. G. Newton.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
SUDDEN DEATH
Mrs Wallace Carter Falls Dead in Her
Yard.

Mrs. Lucy Carter. wife of Mr. Wallace
Carter, of Spotsylvania county, died
suddenly Tuesday evening, having fal-
len dead while walking in the yard at
her home near Post Oak. Mrs. Carter
was 60 years old. Before her marriage
she was Miss Bradley, and was a sis
ter of Mrs. Newton COllawn, of Caro-
line county. She is survived by her
husband, five sons and four daughters
They are Messrs. Eugene, Frank,
Waddy and Bernard Carter, of West
Virginia, and John Carter, of Spotsyl-
vania county; Mrs. Richard Pritchett,
of fredericksburg; Mrs. Carter Payne,
Mrs. Robert Pritchett and Miss Ameli a
Carter, of Spotsylvania county.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
SALE OF THE OLD GRAVES
HOMESTEAD At BELMONT

For fifty odd years Belmont, the
magnificent farm of 400 acres, has been
owned by the Graves family. 1t was
the home of the late Benz F. Graves.
of Spotsylvania county, and since his
death Mrs. Ella M. Graves, his widow,
has occupied and operated the farm.
Mrs. Graves has sold the fine property
20 Samuel W. Cline, of Port Republic,
Rockingham county. The purchase
price SO, 400.
Mr.. Cline is well recommended and
VIII be welcomed as a citizen of Spot
sylvania.
Mr.. Lee j. Graves has been absent
the sale.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
DIED IN BROOKLYN
Body Brought Here For Interment.

The remains Of Mrs. w. NJ. Favin.
who died in Brooklyn, n. Y, Saturday
at an advanced age. We're brought here
Tuesday on the 1926 a m. train, taken
directly to the City Cemetery and in
terred by the side of her husband. Rev.
W. l.. Dolly conducted the services at
the grave. The pallbearers were:
Messrs. A. G. Billingsley, T. NJ. Larkin.
w. F. Bell, Willie Humphreys, II.
Favill and Wister Embrey. Mr.. Alfred
and Miss Fife Stothard accompanied
the remains from New York.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Miss Dunaway, of Middlesex. Elected
q Teacher.

A meeting of the City School Board
was held Tuesday evening. Present.
Mr.. A. b. Bowering, president; Messrs.
Isaac Hirsh, w. L. Brannan. George
Freeman, Jr., Jas. l.. Rawlings and
Supt. A. ID. Wright.
On motion of Mr.. Hirsh it was de
eided to throw the school building open
Friday, Sept. 10th, from to 5 D. m.
and public be invited to inspect build
ing and grounds and meet the super
intendent, school board and teachers.
Miss Anna +. Dunaway, of Middle
sex county, was elected a teacher TO
MI the vacancy caused by the failure of
Miss Gertrude Martin, of Culpeper. to
accent
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
MRS. HELEN 3. LANES WILL

Mr.. Harry Berry Lane, of Freder-
ieksburg; Mrs. Helen Lane Johns, OF
Washington, and Mrs. Lizzie Lane
Daniel, of Richmond, children of the
late Mrs. Helen B. Lane, of Freder.
icksburg, are to share equally in heI
estate, according TO the will of Mrs.
Lane, filed for probate in Washington.
Mr.. II. B. Lane is the executor.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
HON. W. L. COBB
This Prominent Citizen Of Caroline Has
Passed Away.

Hon. William l.. Cobb, one of the
most prominent citizens of Caroline
county, died at his home near Ruther
Glen early Tuesday morning in the 59th
year of his age. His death was not
unexpected, as he had been in declin-
ing health for several months. Mr..
Cobb was an extensive lumber manu-
facturer. He was a member of the
recent Constitutional Convention from
his county.
he leaves a widow and one son, DR..
p. c. Cobb. and two daughters, Mrs.
Charles r. Dickinson and Miss Pearl
Cobb.
The funeral took place Wednesday.
conducted by Rev. J. S. Ryland, pastor
of the County Line Baptist church. of
which Mr.. Cobb was member. Inter
ment in the family burying ground
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
REAL ESTATE SOLD

Mr.. John w. Allison, Jr., has sold to
Mr.. y. w. Carter the balance Of the
old Phillips property next to the river,
on Sophia St, except that occupied as
a hooppole shop by Messrs. Turner and
Mussleman. 1t consists of two brick
houses and three vacant lots. 1t is
thought Mr.. c. will build a wharf for
the use of his boats.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
PUBLIC SPEAKING

At King George C. H., Monday.
Sept 9th, court day, the Hon. ]. +.
Shelton, of Richmond, will address the
voters of King George Co. on the
political issues in the campaign. Hon.
}. L. Crupper, candidate for State
Treasurer, will also be present. Come
out and hear good speeches. ut
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
TAKING DISPOSITIONS

Attorneys T. Stokeley Coleman and
Judge Alvin 7. Embrey were engaged
Monday and Tuesday taking dispositions
IN the chancery suit of Willis, &c, V.
Foster, administrator, &c, before Com
missioner Frederick w. Coleman, of
the Circuit court of Spotsylvania.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
MAMMOTH PIPPIN APPLES

Mr.. Thomas Robinson, of Stafford,
sent to our Office Tuesday a dozen APP
pies that averaged one pound each.
They are of the Mammoth Pippin vari-
ETY., fine for eating and canning. He
has six trees bearing fruit.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
NEW PLUMBING FIRM

John b. Proctor & Co. will open a
plumbing and timing shop on Com
merce street about Sept. 6. Mr.. Proc
tor is an experienced plumber and has
been with Mr.. Geo. w. Helm for a
number of years.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
DINNER At KING GEORGE COURT DAY

The ladies of st. Johns p. f. church.
King George c. H., will on Sept. 9Th.
court day, give at the Parish Hall
a sumptuous and delicious dinner for
the benefit Of the church. All are cor
diallv invited
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
SALE OF HOUSE AND LOT

Mr.. w. J. Cox has purchased of Mr..
Granville r. Swift house and lot on
upper Main street. Terms private
Mr.. Cox will occupy it as his home.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
WHARTON GROVE PARTY DELAYED

The yachting party of Fredericks-
burgers, which went to Wharton Grove
Saturday arrived there safely, but met
with some delays on the return trip.
reaching here Monday night. They ex-
pected to return by Monday morning.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
RATCLIFFE-HARRIS

Miss Flossie Bailey Harris and
Benjamin Urquhart Radcliffe, both of
King George county, were married at
Rockville, Md, Monday by Rev. S. X.
White.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
DISPOSITIONS

Messrs. Chichester & Chichester and
G. b. Wallace, attorneys, were engaged
Tuesday taking dispositions in the
chancery suit in the Circuit court of
Stafford county of Hammett v. Ham
NETT for divorce.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
Headquarters For All
Kinds of Leather

Sole LsatNe,. Sides. strips and Blocks,
either Hemlock or Oak.
Harness Leather. Bslting and Lscing,
all eizes
Cali Skins and Blacksmith Aprons.
We don't handle anything but the best
All guaranteed to give perfect satisiae-
ton as to prices. etc. II.
John 6. fiurkamp Co.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
PROMPT INSURANCE SETTLEMENT

The loss by fire to the furniture of
Mr.. John Mcdonnell and Mr.. Happel's
bakery at Scotia have been adjusted by
John W. Allison & Co., insurance
agents.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
STATE DEMOCRATIC
COMMITTEE
Announces Vote in the Primary
Over $4,000 Ballots Cast.
MAEE'S MAJORITY OVER 5000
koiner Defeated Brown BY Over 1. 100
Majority.

Al the end of an extended session of
the Democratic State Central Commit
tee at Murphy's Hotel in Richmond ON
Tuesday night, the official returns from
the primary held on Aug. were for
mally announced, the only surprise be
ing IN the size of the total vote cast.
Based upon unofficial returns, il was
thought that the total vote had not
gone beyond 5000. 1t developed that
the combined vote for Mann and Tuck
er for Governor was 73. 4S4.
HOW THE VOTE STANDS.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
FOR sALE-FOR RENT

Desirable residence on Charles street
Tor sale. Price and terms reasonable.
Good residence, with modern improve
ments.o on Prince Edward street. for rent.
Very desirable. Apply to
Jno. W. Allison, Jr..
Frsdericksburx. Va.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
ALL-DAY SERVICES

There will be an all-day service at
Lebanon M. Z. Church, South, Sept. 5,
to continue through the week.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02
MONEY TO LOAN

In sums to suit on good security. Ap-
ply TO Lee J.Graves. attorney. ials6m
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-09-02

The lenses are positively the
finest pebbles and are made es-
pecially TO suit each individual
eve.
The Intermountain Catholic. (Salt Lake City [Utah] ;) 1899-1920, 1909-01-16
CHARLES Fl. STEVENSON

The funeral OF the late Charles II.
Stevenson was held last Saturday at
St. Marks Episcopal cathedral. Bishop
Spalding, Dean Brewster and Rev
Charles L. Perkins all officiating at the
services The pall-bearers were DR.. w.
S, LOOMS, Richard Browne, Glen Mil
Ter, Leroy Armstrong, A. j. Hoffman
and NJ. A. Breeder. The services We're
attended by a great many friends, and
were most impressive.
In the death Of Charles Stevenson a
noble, brave, cultured gentleman
passed to eternal rest. Although not
old in years, he could in all honesty be
called a gentleman Of the old school,
So truly courteous and unaffected
were his manners, SO gentle and retir-
ing his nature, so truly Christian was
his splendid heart and his mind that to
know him. even slightly. was a pleas
ure. Mr.. Stevenson came of long line
of talented ancestors, and was related
to the late William E. Gladstone and
Lord Lyttleton. His father was not
ed educator of Great Britain. and Il
number of relatives stand high in the
Church of England. He was Il truly de-
voted son of Erin, being very fond of
his birthplace, and in the talks with
his intimate friends his "reminiscences
of the dear little island of Green We're
most interesting. He was highly edu-
Gated and his writings, both in prose
and poetry, for years past appeared in
the best magazines. He was an ardent
admirer of the Intermountain Catholic,
and often wrote beautiful ~erse for its
editorial columns One. entitled The
Fisherman's Mother" breathes such
tender devotion toward the Mother OF
God that Catholics could consider it a
prayer
All. Mary. Mother. listen,
AS my heart goes up to thee,
And watch with tender pity
Ger my boys upon the sea.
They sailed away at daybreak,
The breeze was fair and free;
And scarce a wave was ripping
The face of the placid sea.
Their little sloop Saint Catherine.
With her sails like white wngs spread,
Skinned as a happy seagull,
Gliding west from English Head.
But the angry winds burst forth,
And dashed the sea toGfOam.
And now the tempest RACES,
And the lads are far from home.
Round the summit of Sieve More,
Sad voices do be calling,
Beware the treacherous shore"
Their father was lost off Achill
On Saint Brendan's eve last year,
And only this past Martinmas
Shane found a watery bier.
And the curly-headed gossoons
Are the only treasures left;
If evil shall befall them
I'll be more than thrice bereft.
All. Mary, Star of the Sea,
Thou hast known a mothers sorrow;
Watch over my boys this night,
And send them safe home tomorrow.
Another, I'm Memoria Aeterna,"
written for the IntermOuntain Catholic |
The Intermountain Catholic. (Salt Lake City [Utah] ;) 1899-1920, 1909-01-16
For Rent.

For rent-That the needs of the bacn-
elar have been provided for in 1.-THE
Woodruff" as well as the needs of the
man with a family, is shown by the
fact that there are several one and
two-rOom apartments, with private
bath. These contain a dresser and ven
tilated bed.
There are q number Of single rooms,
with hot and cold water in the room,
and a general bath, at reasonable rent.
Remember you do not have to go
outside OF the building for your meals.
os there will be a first-class cafe,
where board may be had by the week
or month. The cafe will be run by !,
party who has had years of experience,
which insures first-class service and
attention to those who patronize it.
A few four-room housekeeping
apartments remain unrented. In order
to secure one you should make your
selection at once
Application may be made TO Mutual
Realty Co, c. f. Raybouid, office at
THE Woodruff, Second East, between
Second and Third South street.
Salt Lake Security & Trust Co, 80
Up Main street
The Intermountain Catholic. (Salt Lake City [Utah] ;) 1899-1920, 1909-01-16
POLITE POLITICS.

First Bilkins said that Filkins' obserya-
tons on his acts
Were totally at variance with we'll
established facts.
Then Filkins said that every one must
know, as Bilkins knew,
That Ffl1ins prior statements were in
dubitably true.
Now Bilkins said that Filkins with
the greatest of respect)
Was guilty of assertions that were
wholly incorrect.
Then Filkins said that Bilkins had a
fancy free and quaint;
While Bilkins said that Filhins used
the Truth with fine restraint.
Next F'illins said Munchausen next to
Bilkins was a dub,
And Bilkins mentioned Filkins for the
Ananias club.
Then F'ilkins said that Bilkins was
mandaciously absurd
And Binl1ins made allusion to Short
And-Ugly Word!
Arthur Guiterman.