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The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
MEETING OF B. M. A.

A regular meeting of the Bust
ness Mems Association was held Tues
day night President II. +. Girls
mond presided. DR.. J. G.. King, sec
rotary and fairly good number OF
members present.
MIR. r. L. Biscoe, of Transports
ton Committee, reported that he
had written to and had an interview
with Mr. Richards, of the p. r. q
p. X. r., in regard TO running an
excursion from Orange to this city
on July 4th for the laying of the
cornerstone of the Normal School,
and the only concession he could
get was an engine and one coach
TO run from Orange and return for
$50. For $40 additional one ex-
ira coach could be had on the re-
turn trip to Orange. but only one
coach could be secured for the trip
down Mr.. Biscoe stated he had
tried to get box car I'm addition,
but this was refused. and he OppOs-
ed running the train with only one
coach. He also reported that he
had talked with Mr.. Scott. OF the
Md. Del. and Va Railway CO., and
that he stated that his company
would give excursion rates on the
steamer for that trip. but owing TO
low water the steamer could not
be held until 6 p. IN
MIR. Brent. of Non Resident Trade
Committee. reported that he had
written several parties down the
river in regard to running an cXcur-
sion on that occasion. but had been
unable to make any arrangements.
He stated that there would, he
understood. be a steam yacht up on
that occasion with private party
from Urbanna and that other pri-
vate boats would come and bring
parties.
Capt T. NJ. Larkin. Of Advcrtis-
ing Committee. reported that his
committee had written TO various
Chambers of Commerce Of other
cities and gotten a large amount OF
data in regard to writing up adver-
tisements of this city and would
make "A special effort TO arrange this
matter in "A short time.
He presented bills of the Tide
water Democrat and the Virginia
Citizen for advertising the last eN-
cursiOn, amounting to $3.50. which
We're ordered paid.
The name OF Mr. j. b. Woody
was proposed and he was elected to
membership in the association.
A communication was read from
Mr.. David / Jaynes. declining to
accept the offer of the Association
to write advertising matter for the
association and conduct correspon-
dence subject TO the approval of the
president and secretary of the AS
ISOLATION. Upon motion the commu-
nication was laid upon the table
The matter of an excursion from
Orange on July 4th was taken up
and after discussion il was decided
that as only one coach could be Sc
cured and that would not accOmmo-
date those wishing to come hers
from Orange and way stations.tha
the association could not run the
train, but that the association would
guarantee Prof. Ell Russell against
loss 10 the amount OF $50 should
he see fit to charter the train for
the trip.
There being no further business
the association adjourned
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
GARNER-RIcHARDS CASE RESUMED
Mr.. Garner Concludes TestimOny-Mr.
Richards on the Stand.


The trial of the damage suit OF
Garner V. Richards, which was be-
gun in the Corporation Court Thurs
day and which was continued on ac'
count of the Illness and death OF
MIR. Eugene Cox. a brother OF a
member of the iury.was resumed on
Tuesday
Mr.. A. NJ. Garner again took the
stand and the cross-examination by
Mr.. Fitzhugh was continued.
After the completion of Mr.. Gar
ner's testimony Mr. Geo. +. Row.
land was called and testified that
he had been working for Mr. Gar
ner for eight or nine years and was
present when the alleged abusive
language was used by Mr.. Richards
MIR. Rowland's testimony corrob-
GRATED the testimony of Mr.. Gar
ner in regards to the language used.
MIR. LinwOod h. Jones was then
called and testified that he was
present when Mr.. Garner turned
over the keys of the house he was
building to Mr. Richards and
heard Mr.. Garner tell Mr.. Richards
that he had a tool box with tools.
etc. in the house and heard MIR.
Richards reply that they were on
his property. and when Mr.. Garner
left Mr.. Richards remarked that the
old gentlemen seemed offended at
his remarks. but that he did not
say half enough
Mr. Geo Richards was called TO
the stand and testified that Mr..
Garner came TO him and stated that
he had made the terrible mistake of
leaving out the item of plumbing in
the contract TO build his house and
that he did not know what he could
do. Mr.. Richards said he replied
that this was an entirely new matter
10 him and he hardly knew what to
say; that he did not think he.
(Richards) was responsible for his
(Garners) mistakes He said he
was later informed that there was
trouble between Mr. Garner and
himself. and when he next met Mr..
Garner he asked him why he had
spread report that there was trou-
bic between them. He denied US
ing the language which Mr.. Garner
and Mr. Rowland testified he had
used; that when Mr.. Garner hand
ed him the bill for extras he told
him he would see Mr.. Fitzhugh and
see if something could be done in
the matter, as the extra work was
at his (Garner's) expense
Oiher Testimony.
At the close of Mr.. Geo Richards
testimony at l o'clock. court ad
jOurned
Upon recOnvening at o'clock Mr.
Leroy Richards was called to the
stand and corrOborated the state
ment OF Mr. Geo Richards in re-
gard to the conversation between Mr.
Richards and MIR. Garner in the Of
flee of Mr. r. on March 21st.
Mr.. +. p Stearns was called and
stated that he completed the build
ing which Mr.. Garner began Mr.
Fitzhugh asked Mr.. Stearns if he
would look at the Specifications and
see if the charge for extra work on
the cellar was a just one. Mr.. Butz-
ner objected TO this testimony and
the jury was withdrawn and the
question was argued by counsel
The judge sustained the objection of
Mr.. ButZner and the testimony was
ruled out, whereupon Mr.. Fitzhugh
asked TO be allowed to produce au-
thorities on the question.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
ORANGE
Interesting Notes From Lahore Section

AHhNANohthk AfOhNo hOhh A<ohoAN bNNNhVa
Lahore, Va, June 10, 1911.
The farmers are all busy harvesting
There seems to be very few good crop,
of wheat this year, on account, | sup
pose, Of the dry spell in early spring.
Miss Eva Blackwell, of True Blue, is
visiting Miss Carrie Coleman, near
Special
Mrs. NJ. S. Johnson is visiting friends
in Fredericksburg.
During the severe storm of Monday
night Mrs Joe Mathews lost forty tur-
keys. Only seven of her flock were
left her.
Miss Gay Fraser has been recently a
visitor of Miss Lii Voolfolk.
The Macedonia choir practice will
meet with Mr.. John Daniel on Friday
night, Odd All Of the singers are cor
daily invited to attend.
Miss Mamie Morton Cowardin, of
Richmond. is on visit to her father
near here.
DR.. Robt. Fraser left Wednesday for
Hot Springs.
Mrs. j. II. Estes, of Thorn Hill,
visited her sister, Mrs. z. NJ. Gibbs,
near Orange recently.
Mr.. William Decker has returned
from Richmond. where he attended col
lege. All Of his many friends are glad
to have him back in the neighborhood
again.
am glad 10 note the improvement
of Mrs. BERTHE BrOckman. Hope that
she will soon be entirely well.
Miss Helen Goodwin Voolfolk is Wis
ting her cousin. Bell Clarence Gibbs.
Mrs. Lew Burruss is looking for her
little granddaughter, Miss Emily Anne
Fraser. to spend some time with her.
Mr.. A. 7 Brockman is getting lum-
Der in place to rebuild. He will start
about the last Of July or first Of Au-
gust.
Mr.. Henry Decker was a Unionville
visitor last week.
Mr.. Ned Coleman spent Sunday with
his old friend, Genie Voolfolk.
Mrs Towles Terrill leaves this week
for Culpeper. where she expects to Wis
it her daughter. Mrs. Robert Coons.
Mr.. Marshall Jackson has recently
been an Orange visitor.
Mrs. Ned Coleman is not very well.
DIR. S. Burruss has returned from
his home. where he was called on ac-
count Of the illness Of his sister.
The Lahore baseball team will play u
match game of ball with Nason's Sat
urday. oath. 1t is undecided yet as to
whether they will play at Woofolks or
Nason's. I.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
DEATH OF MRS. W. W. GORDON

Mrs. Frances Brockenbrough Cor
don. widow OF W. w Gordon. died
Monday in Richmond She is sur
vivod by four children-Mrs. Otway
Warwick Thomas c. Gordon. VIM. F.
Gordon, OF Richmond. and Mrs. Jas
Hay. OF Madison. and one brother
B. b. Brockenbrough, Of Tappahan-
mock
The funeral took place from st.
Paul's Episcopal church. Richmond
Tuesday morning at 11.30 o'clock.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
NEW PAvEMENTS

Granolithic sidewalks have been
laid by the property owners on the
west side of Main street from the
residence of Mr.. p. X Bauman to
Dixon street. Walks are now be
ing laid by the property owners be-
low Dixon street, including the prop
erty OF Miss Sue X. Plttman and
Mr.. VIM. Fitzpatrick.
This is a great Improvement to
that section OF the city.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
MISS CANNON IN
NORFOLK HOSPITAL

Miss Bessie Belle Cannon. OF this
city. is still at Sarah Leigh Hospital
AZ Norfolk. where she has been TAX
ing treatment for some time Her
mother. Mrs J T. Cannon. Is in
Norfolk near her daughter. so she
can visit her each day We regret
To state that Miss Gammon's condi-
ton is not improving as fast as her
friends had hoped il would under
treatment She IS still very sick.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
FREDERICKSBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT
Thanks W. A. Bell & Bro. for Check.

Messrs w. A. Bell & Bro. who
recently had their building and
stock materially injured by fire. sent
the Fredericksburg Volunteer Fire
Department a check as a slight tes-
timonial of the work done during
the fire. They have received the
following letter In response.
Fredericksburg, Va. June 20. 1911.
Messrs. w. A. Bell & Bro.
Gentlemen: At a called meet
ing of the Fredericksburg Fire De
partment, held on June 18th, 1911,
| was instructed to extend to you
the unanimous thanks of the depart
ment for your contribution and al
so for your appreciation of our sery-
ices at the fire of May 10th, 1911.
With best wishes for your sue
cess, am
Very truly yours.
s. H. Kendall, Sec. F.. F. d.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
THE B. AND B. B. C. EXCURSION

What promises to be one OF the
largest excursions ever run from
this city will be run some time in
July by the Baraca and Brannan BIZ
BILE Glasses.
The committees from these class
es have been working on this pro
ject for some time and expect to
shortly perfect their arrangements.
The excursion will run from this
city to Washington.
The time. etc, have not been def
inftely decided upon, but it is GER
tain it will be during the Washing
ton-Detroit series OF baseball games,
probably July q.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
REPORTS MADE TO HOME
MISSION SOCIETY

The Womans Home Missionary
Society of the Methodist church at its
regular meeting Monday heard with
interest the reports of those who at
tended the annual meeting at Roanoke.
Mrs. J. X. Jacobs spoke Of what this
society is doing to meet what has been
called the greatest challenge ever of
fered toChristianity, "the modern city, ="
by its deaconess work and Wesley
Houses, and Of its splendid work in the
waste places of our own country.
Miss Vivian Conway spoke Of the pro
posed union of home and foreign so
cieties in the Southern Methodist church.
Both were excellent reports.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
GONE TO GRAND JURY

Fred Johnson. who was severely
cut by Tobie Monroe at w. p.
Waites sawmill. in Spotsylvania
some days ago. is improving. Both
parties are colored. Monroe Will be
before the grand jury at the August
term Of Spotsylvania Circuit Court
Attorney Frederick w. Coleman Is
his ATTORNEY.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
KING GEORGE CANDIDATES
King George Co.. Va, June 20, 1911.
To The Free Tanca.

King George Co.. Va, June 20, 1911.
To The Free Lance:
The political arena is scene of great
activity and the participants acting
we'll their parts have a string Of spec
tators and admirers who are also acting
theirs.
There might be found an aspirant
here and there whose power behind the
throne is attired in feminine furbelow
whose silver speech is mightier than
the sword in behalf of these favored
sons of fortune.
Those who have been urged by their
friends to accept the public favors feel
they are the men wanted, and are jogg-
ing along JOLLY confident, not inclined
to over-exertion.
Then there is the candidate who
hasn't any money" that continent
which tends to make fellow honey to
the palate of his friends, but has faith
unbOunded that his friends are genuine.
He has ceased his signing and is looking
forward to the election with a glad,
soul-reposing belief that he will win.
He who happens to be an incumbent
position. If he has been popular he feels
sure Of his old following with a goodly
number of recruits added to his ranks.
Those who have no opponents have
nothing to do but wait for the apple to
fall. and their voices are hardly heard
amid the maudlin murmurings.
Many reports are current which give
more or less uneasiness to those in the
campaign, but they rise and fall as the
tide, while the main stream of public
sentiment flows on steadily, becoming
clearer and swifter, and those who steer
clear Of sharks and torpedoes will be
found at the mornings.
To the observer are seen various rea-
sons why men vote for men. Some be-
cause of their personal regard for the
candidate; some who may not have any
special preference for the man are in
fluenced by the mutual friend; some
may look upon the physique, social and
religious standing; and the pecuniary
need Of man of large family, when he
has the requisites for the office, appeals
to many Of the big hearted ones. and
the man who tends to business ard
promises to make a good officer should
appeal to all.
Happy is the man in whom is
found combined the qualities which
make him the modest work of God. "
His worth will be recognized by his
fellow citizens who will proudly stand
by him and march with him to victory,
and these are the men who stand for
peace, progress and power in our beloved
old Commonwealth, King George coun-
ty, Va.
Spectator.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
EASTERN STAR CHAPTER
Three Candidates Initiated Monday
Night.

The meeting of the Eastern Star
Chapter held Monday night in the
Masonic Hall was largely attended
and three candidates were initiated
into the order The work of the
officers in comforting the degree was
splendidly done
The chapter decided to dispense
with meetings for the summer. ad-
journing Monday night until first
meeting night in September. AT
ter the close OF business elegant re-
freshments were served and a season
pleasantly spent socially. A feature
OF the evening was a humorous reel
tatiOn by Mrs. Leitch, an elocution-
list. of Newport News.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
REV. Jas. S. KEENE

Rev James s. Keene. accompan-
led by his friend. Mr.. Mcrnda, a
brother japanese student at Van
derbilt University, is home for his
vacation. Mr.. Keene will return to
Vanderbilt for another year to get
his degree He has been appointed
instructor in the corresponding
school TO financially help him to
finish his course
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
FIREMEN PASS RESOLUTIONS
Will Ask City Council for Donation.

Will Ask City Council for Donation.
The Fredericksburg firemen met
Monday night and passed a resolu-
ton of thanks to the ladies who as
sisted in the raising of funds on
Tag Day" and to the press of the
city for the advertising given them
A resolution was passed which will
be presented to the City Council,
asking for a donation to supplement
the Tag Day fund to enable the
company to go to the convention at
Newport News.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
WILL TAKE SPECIAL COURSE
At WISCONSIN UNIVERSITY

Mr. Geo ID Rowe will leave Thurs
day for Charlottesville. where he
will spend several days. enroute to
The University OF Wisconsin. Madi-
son. Wis. where he will take a
special course in education this
summer. At Charlottesville Mr.
Rowe will be- joined by Prof. Hugh
5 Bird. who is also going to
the University Of Wisconsin.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
CASE DISMISSED

The case of Daniel Jones, colOred,
charged with unlawful shooting of
Annie Brown by Daniel Minor, in
Caroline county, was heard by JUS
tice r. L. Samuel at Cedon on Mon
day. The complainant. Daniel Mi
nor. not appearing, the case was dis
missed. Attorney Frederick w.
Coleman was Jones attorney.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
REV. GEO. {. ZACHARY ORDAINED

Rev. George Il. Zachary, of Fred
ericksburg, was ordained priest
by Bishop Gibson at Holy Trinity
Church, Richmond Tuesday morning
at 7 O'Clock. The ordination SER
mon was preached by Chaplain w
W. Brander, U. S. Army, Fort Myer
The presentation was made by RI.
Rev. Robert A. Gibson.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
DEATH OF FORMER RESIDENT

Died suddenly in Washington on Sat
urday. June H. Mrs. Sarah A. Talia-
ferro. widow of the late f. II. Talia-
ferro, formerly Of fredericksburg, aged
seventy-three years.
The funeral took place from her late
residence, 1919 Sth St, N. W., Monday
AZ 9 Il m
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
JOINT EXCURSION TO WASHINGTON

Baraca Bible Glass and Brannan's
Bible Glass will run a joint excur-
sion TO Washington, ID. c., about
the 26th OF July.
Further particulars will be an
nounced later.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
inc. W. Allison, Jr.,
Real Estate Agent,
Fredericksburg, Va.
Headquarters For
Building Materials.

| keep all kinds of North Carolina
and Virginia Lumber, dressed and I'M
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, Linseec
Oil, Turpentine, Dryer Varnish ano
Lewis's White Lead, Paint Brushes OF
all kinds, Window Glass and Putty
Builders Hardware of all kinds, Tai
Roofing, Shesthing Paper and Fire
Brick.
Keep large stock of Sewer Pipe anc
Fire Clay Pipe. +. ID. Cole.
Agent for sale of bricks of Fred
ericksburg Brick Company.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
GOES TO SUPREME COURT

Messrs. Geo. 2. Haw and Laney Jones,
attorneys of Hanover, were here Mon
day agreeing on evidence for bills OF ex-
ceDtion in the case of Hoskins Lumber
Co. vs.. Peter Jones. The case was tried
at May term of Hanover court and Will
be carried to Court of Appeals. Haw
for plaintiff and Jones for defendant.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
DIED FROM PARALYSIS

Lucy Johnson, colored, suffered a
stroke of paralysis Tuesday after
noon while at work at the home of
Mrs. Stone on Lower Main street.
She died early Wednesday morning.
Aunt" Lucy was well known and
had many friends.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
FELL FROM WAGON

Mr.. ]. Wesley Baker fell from a
wagon Tuesday and a cash was cut
In his chin. The seat Of the spring
wagon in which he was riding top
pied over, throwing Mr.. b. and caus
ing the accident
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
HOUSE PARTY At COLONIAL BEACH

Mr.. and Mrs. A. F. Dickson, of
Upperville, Misses Lima Harrison, Ellen
Wallace, Page Waller and Mr.. VIM. X.
Goolrick, DR.. c. Mason Smith, of this city,
and Mr. George Ogle Tayloe, of King
George, were members of house party
at the home of Mrs. Julian J. Mason at
Colonial Beach" last week.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
RANDALL DlCKERS0h

Mr.. Mallon Randall. son OF Mr..
BENJAMIN Randall, and Miss Rena
Dickerson, daughter OF Mr.. Edward
Dickerson. all of Stafford, were
married at the City Park Hotel, in
this city, Wednesday by Rev j. K.
Jacobs. After the ceremony Mr..
and Mrs. Randall left for their home
near Whitewater.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
INTERESTING
CORRESPONDENCE
Washington Trousers Lead To
Recital of War History.
LOST A LEG IN BATTLE HERE

A few days ago The Washington
Wooden Mills, Of this city, received a
letter from John NJ. ShultZ, agent Of
the u. S. Express Co., at Maysville.
Mo.
Mr.. Shultz has been wearing a pair
Of the Washington trousers made by
the Washington Wooden Mills Co., of
this city. He lost leg in the battle
of Fredericksburg and now wears a
false leg. This caused the cloth to
wear thin at certain point in his
trousers and it was necessary to secure
another piece of the cloth to strengthen
the place.
The correspondence is interesting
and we submit herewith the letter of
Mr.. Shultz, together with the reply Of
the Washington Wooden Mills Company,
of which Mr.. NJ. Podoll is manager.
LETTER FROM MR.. sHULTz
May sville, Mo-, June IL, 1911.
Washington Wooden Mills Co., Freder-
icksburg, Va.
Gentleman: I-enclose you this for
caused by false leg in right leg of pants.
II is strange. but / was a Johnny
Reb" and lost my right leg at your
place in the battle when only II years
old. Another curious thing, my father
was in the Missouri Legislature in 1861.
Went with Governor Jackson. Was
indicted for treason and now have the
pardon issued to him, signed by Presi-
dent Lincoln in person and by Secre-
tary Of State Seward. Gen. lloke was
a relative on fathers side and Gen.
jenkins on mothers side. | want about
Ii yd. across end of bolt Of cloth.
Yours truly,
John NJ. Shultz,
Box i26, Maysville, Mo.
REPLY or WASHINGTON WOODEN MILLS
co.
June II, 1911.
Mr.. John NJ. Shutz. Maysville. Mo.
Dear Sir: Yours Of the llth re-
ceived, enclosing guarantee of pants
1893, and note your request. We here
with send you cloth, sufficient. We be
lieve, to meet your requirements, but
if it is not, kindly advise Us and we will
send you as much more as you require.
the two pieces enclosed are equivalent
to a quarter Of a yard across the piece.
We are glad of the opportunity Of
serving one Of our dear old friends.
who was Johnny Reb" and fought
and bed for his cause in dear old Fred
ericksburg. and were exceedingly sorry
to learn that you were so unfortunate
as to suffer the loss Of your leg in the
glory of your cause.
Ii is our usual custom when receiving
our guarantee Nth request for cloth,
buttons, etc. 10 return same for any
future requirements. but IN this in
stance. on account of the message we
received on the back Of the guarantee.
we will retain it as we want to hand it
to our local paper, which will no doubt
be pleased to receive a message from
an absent friend, but should you re
quire our services on this special pair
of trousers again, just sign yourself
johnny Reb, and we will know
whom to serve. With kindest wishes,
Sincerely yours,
Washington Wooden Mills Co.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
HElMIe BAKERY

Mr.. G. Helmig has opened his bakery
on Charles street and is delivering bread
and other products by an auto bread
wagon. Mr.. Helmig has secured the
services Of competent baker and will
no doubt make success of his business.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
CARRIER PIGEON RESTED

The carrier pigeon which appeared
at the Law Building Monday, after
being fed and watered by Mr.. Benz
Purvis was liberated on Tuesday
with a band bearing the name and
address of Mr.. Purvis. The bird
circled around for few minutes.
then took a Southern course.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-06-22
WILL HAVE CHARGE
OF MISSION CHURCH

The trustees of the Peoples Mis-
sion, in the lower part of the city
have elected Mr.. l.. A. Weaver to
succeed Mr. Geo. A. Mills and to
have charge of the Mission. MT
Weaver has been an earnest work
er at the Mission and will no doubt
give the work his best endeavors.